Cyperus sphaerocephalus
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| Cyperus sphaerocephalus | |
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| Cyperus sphaerocephalus with flower, in eSwatini | |
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Clade: | Commelinids |
| Order: | Poales |
| Family: | Cyperaceae |
| Genus: | Cyperus |
| Species: | C. sphaerocephalus |
| Binomial name | |
| Cyperus sphaerocephalus | |
Cyperus sphaerocephalus is a species of sedge that is native to parts of Africa.[1] In South Africa, it is called the golden headed sedge.[2]
The species was first formally described by the botanist Martin Vahl in 1805.[1] Unlike many sedges, C. sphaerocephalus is believed to be pollinated by insects, hence the more conspicuous and colourful flowers.[3]
