Pycreus polystachyos

• Botanical Name : Pycreus polystachyos (Rottb.) P. Beauv.
• Synonyms : Cyperus polystachyos Rottb.
• Plant Family : Cyperaceae
• Plant Form : Sedges
• Occurrence (Special Areas) : Indroda Park, Sarita Udyan

About Pycreus polystachyos Plant :

• Habit : A perennial, tufted rhizomatous sedge.
• Leaves : Linear-lanceolate.
• Inflorescence and Flowers : Spikelets, linear-lanceolate or oblong-obovate, in terminal compact, globose, 2-3 lobed head.
• Fruit : Nut brownish-black, smooth.
• Flowering and Fruiting Time : December