dwarf papyrus
Cyperus prolifer Lam.
Cyperus prolifer, commonly known as dwarf papyrus, is a sedge species native to eastern Africa, from Somalia to the Cape Provinces of South Africa, as well as Madagascar and Mauritius. It has been introduced to other regions, including Florida, where it is considered invasive. This species belongs to the Cyperaceae family and was first described in 1791 by Lam.
Description
Cyperus prolifer is a member of the Cyperaceae family and is widely distributed across parts of Africa, Madagascar, and the Indian Ocean islands. It has also been introduced to various regions, including the United States, particularly Florida, where it has become invasive. The species is known for its ability to spread in wetland environments and is commonly referred to as dwarf papyrus. It is distinguished by its compact growth form compared to other Cyperus species.
Other common names
Miniature flatsedgedwarf papyrusminiature papyrus
Distribution
TW · KM · MU · IN · MG · AU · JP · Andina · Hawaii · conterminous 48 United States · California · Cape Provinces · Florida · Kenya · KwaZulu-Natal · Madagascar · Mauritius · Mozambique · Somalia · Tanzania · Zimbabwe
Synonyms
Cyperus aequalisCyperus aequalisCyperus isocladusCyperus jocladusCyperus papyroidesCyperus prolifer var. isocladusPapyrus aequalisPapyrus laxiflorus
