Cyperus conicus is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae that is native to northern and north eastern parts of Australia.[1][2]
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Clade: | Commelinids |
| Order: | Poales |
| Family: | Cyperaceae |
| Genus: | Cyperus |
| Species: | C. conicus
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| Cyperus conicus | |
The perennial, rhizomatous and leafy sedge typically grows to a height of 0.2 to 1 metre (0.7 to 3.3 ft) in height and has a tufted habit. It blooms between March and July producing brown flowers.
It is found in the Kimberley, Pilbara and northern Goldfields regions of Western Australia where it grows in sandy-clay and lateritic loamy soils.[2] The range of the plant extends across the north eastwards through the Northern Territory and Queensland and then south into New South Wales.[1]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b "Cyperus conicus R.Br. Boeckeler". Kew Science – Plants of the World Online. Retrieved 20 August 2022.
- ^ a b "Cyperus conicus". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.