Cyperus jeminicus

Benth. ex Kunth.

Cyperaceae Edible: Leaves, Tubers, Root

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Summary

Cyperus jeminicus is a species of sedge that is native to parts of Africa, the Middle East and India. The species was first formally described by the botanist Christen Friis Rottbøll in 1773.

Description

A tropical sedge that grows in clumps with grass-like leaves and solid stalks. The leaves, tubers, and roots are all edible.

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Edible Uses

The leaves are eaten fresh. The tubers are ground into flour.

Traditional Uses

The leaves are eaten. The tubers are ground into flour.

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Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Africa, Asia, Burkina Faso, India,

Notes

There are 550 Cyperus species. Naming uncertain - authority.

References (3)

Lim, T. K., 2015, Edible Medicinal and Non Medicinal Plants. Volume 9, Modified Stems, Roots, Bulbs. Springer p 32
Simpson, D. A. & Inglis, C. A., 2001, Cyperaceae of Economic, Ethnobotanical and Horticultural Importance: A checklist. Kew Bulletin Vol. 56, No. 2 (2001), pp. 257-360
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