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Nutgrass

Cyperus rotundus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, flooded grasslands and savannas, and montane grasslands and shrublands, among 8 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (18 countries), Asia (20 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (12 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (14 countries), and South America (7 countries).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Cyperus rotundus (Nutgrass)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish cipero

French Souchet Rond

German Knollen-Zypergras

Arabic Hasir

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nutgrass?

The scientific name of Nutgrass is Cyperus rotundus. It belongs to the genus Cyperus.

What is the conservation status of Nutgrass?

Nutgrass (Cyperus rotundus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Nutgrass live?

Nutgrass is found in Widely distributed across Africa (18 countries), Asia (20 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (12 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (14 countries), and South America (7 countries).. Countries include Afghanistan, Australia, Austria, Barbados, Belgium, Belize, Bhutan, Bolivia, Brazil, Burundi.

What family does Nutgrass belong to?

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

Is Nutgrass endangered?

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

What kingdom does Nutgrass belong to?

Nutgrass (Cyperus rotundus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Nutgrass?

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