Cyperus esculentus L.

Syn.: Pycreus esculentus (L.) Hayek; Cyperus repens Elliott

Rhizomatous perennial herb, on river and lake shores; also in disturbed sites and as weeds.

C.N.: gixinge, kamu-kamu (kb); kingamba (kc).

Uses: artefacts, fibre, food, medicinal.

Conservation: LC (IUCN 2017)

F.Monteiro 541 (LUAI, LISC)