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]

Cyperus sphaerocephalus
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 Vahl

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]

See also

• List of Cyperus species