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Awned Cyperus

Cyperus squarrosus

Least Concern

About

The Awned Cyperus (Cyperus squarrosus) is a species in the genus Cyperus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and montane grasslands and shrublands, among 5 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeo.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and montane grasslands and shrublands, among 5 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Burundi, Guinea, Madagascar), Europe (Italy), North America (Canada, Cuba, United States), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Cyperus squarrosus (Awned Cyperus)

Names in Other Languages

French souchet courbé

Similar Species in Cyperus

Chufa (Edible Variety)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Awned Cyperus?

The scientific name of Awned Cyperus is Cyperus squarrosus. It belongs to the genus Cyperus.

What is the conservation status of Awned Cyperus?

Awned Cyperus (Cyperus squarrosus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Awned Cyperus live?

Awned Cyperus is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Burundi, Guinea, Madagascar), Europe (Italy), North America (Canada, Cuba, United States), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).. Countries include Brazil, Burundi, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Guinea, Italy, Madagascar, United States.

What family does Awned Cyperus belong to?

Awned Cyperus (Cyperus squarrosus) belongs to the genus Cyperus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyperaceae.

Is Awned Cyperus endangered?

No, Awned Cyperus (Cyperus squarrosus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Awned Cyperus belong to?

Awned Cyperus (Cyperus squarrosus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Awned Cyperus?

The closest relatives of Awned Cyperus in the genus Cyperus include Andersson's Sedge, Baldwin's Flatsedge, Brook Flatsedge, Brown flatsedge, Bullgrass.