Cyperus centralis facts for kids
Cyperus centralis is a special type of grass-like plant called a sedge. It belongs to the Cyperaceae family, which is a big group of sedges. This plant is found naturally in the dry, central parts of Australia.
Quick facts for kids Cyperus centralis |
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Cyperus
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centralis
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What is Cyperus Centralis?
Cyperus centralis is a plant that lives for many years, which means it is a perennial. It usually grows to be about 0.4 to 1.1 meters (or about 1.3 to 3.6 feet) tall. This sedge has a thin, tufted shape, meaning it grows in clumps. When it flowers, it produces brown blooms.
Where Does It Grow?
This unique sedge loves dry, or arid, areas. You can find it in the southern part of the Northern Territory, the northern part of South Australia, and across Western Australia.
In Western Australia, it likes to grow in specific places. These include rocky gorges, which are narrow valleys with steep sides. It also grows around rock holes, which are natural pools of water in rocks. You might also spot it in gullies (small valleys) and along the banks of streams. It prefers to grow in sandy soils in these areas. Some of the regions where it is found in Western Australia include the Mid West, Pilbara, and Goldfields-Esperance areas.
Who Discovered It?
Cyperus centralis was first officially described in 1991. The person who gave it its scientific name was a botanist named Karen Wilson. A botanist is a scientist who studies plants. This plant does not have any other scientific names, meaning there are no synonyms for it.
