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Cyperus alterniflorus R.Br.

Reference
Prodr. 216 (1810)
Conservation Code
Not threatened
Naturalised Status
Native to Western Australia
Name Status
Current

Shortly rhizomatous, tufted perennial, grass-like or herb (sedge), 0.3-2 m high. Fl. yellow-brown/green, Jun or Aug to Oct. Sand, red clay. Swamps, creeks.

Grazyna Paczkowska, Descriptive Catalogue, 3 November 1993

Distribution

IBRA Regions
Avon Wheatbelt, Carnarvon, Indian Tropical Islands, Jarrah Forest, Murchison, Yalgoo.
IBRA Subregions
Eastern Murchison, Merredin, Northern Jarrah Forest, Southern Jarrah Forest, Tallering, Western Murchison, Wooramel.
Local Government Areas (LGAs)
Carnarvon, Christmas Island, Collie, Greater Geraldton, Laverton, Meekatharra, Mingenew, Mount Magnet, Sandstone, Three Springs, Victoria Plains, Yalgoo.