Cyperus macrostachyos

Family: Cyperaceae

What it is like

A tufted sedge. It has short underground runners or rhizomes and can grow from year to year. It grows 0.3-1.5 m high. The flowers are green and brown.

There are 550 Cyperus species.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. It can grow on sand, clay, mud and in swamps and near creeks.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia (country/location of origin)

How it is used for food

The stems are peeled and cooked.

Edible parts

Stems

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Cyperus albomarginatus Mattei & Schrader ex Nees; Pycreus albomarginatus Nees;