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Cyperus longus L.

galingale (Cyperaceae)

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Cyperus longus grows in marshes and wet ditches across much of England and Wales, although it may only be native in a few locations along the south and west coasts.

Boar’s Hill (VC22: Berkshire); 2014-07-16

 galingale / Cyperus longus: _Cyperus longus_ grows in marshes and wet ditches across much of England and Wales, although it may only be native in a few locations along the south and west coasts.

The inflorescence of Cyperus longus is more diffuse than that of Cyperus eragrostis, with rich brown spikelets.

Boar’s Hill (VC22: Berkshire); 2014-07-16

 galingale / Cyperus longus: The inflorescence of _Cyperus longus_ is more diffuse than that of _Cyperus eragrostis_, with rich brown spikelets.

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