Cyperus conicus is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae that is native to northern and north eastern parts of Australia.[1][2]

Cyperus conicus
Cyperus conicus
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Plantae
Clade:	Tracheophytes
Clade:	Angiosperms
Clade:	Monocots
Clade:	Commelinids
Order:	Poales
Family:	Cyperaceae
Genus:	Cyperus
Species:	C. conicus
Binomial name
Cyperus conicus (R.Br.) Boeckeler

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

• List of Cyperus species

References