Cyperus articulatus

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Cyperus articulatus
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
(unranked): Angiosperms
(unranked): Monocots
(unranked): Commelinids
Order: Poales
Family: Cyperaceae
Genus: Cyperus
Species: C. articulatus
Binomial name
Cyperus articulatus
L.

Cyperus articulatus is a species of sedge known by the common names jointed flatsedge and priprioca. It is used by the cosmetic industry, and increasingly as a flavoring for food.[1]

References

  1. Atala, A. (2012). "A new ingredient: The introduction of priprioca in gastronomy". International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science 1: 61–81. doi:10.1016/j.ijgfs.2011.11.001. 

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