Imbricate Galingale

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Cyperus imbricatus

Imbricate Galingale, a reference photo
Photo: 葉子 · CC0 (licence)

Cyperus imbricatus, also known as the shingle flatsedge, is a species of sedge that is native to sub-tropical and tropical areas of the world.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Imbricate Galingale being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Classification

Kingdom
Plantae
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Order
Poales
Family
Cyperaceae
Genus
Cyperus
Species
Cyperus imbricatus

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