Cyperus Collection

Rhizome and root of tidalmarsh flat sedge
5855639 Rhizome and root of tidalmarsh flat sedge; (add.info.: Rhizome and root of tidalmarsh flat sedge, Cyperus serotinus (Cyperaceae)

Roots, reeds and flowers of variable flatsedge
5855646 Roots, reeds and flowers of variable flatsedge; (add.info.: Roots, reeds and flowers of variable flatsedge or smallflower umbrella-sedge, Cyperus difformis L)

Roots, reeds and flowers of poorland flatsedge, Cyperus compressus L
5855645 Roots, reeds and flowers of poorland flatsedge, Cyperus compressus L.; (add.info.: Roots, reeds and flowers of poorland flatsedge, Cyperus compressus L)

Reeds and blue flowers of Cyperus Iwasakii Mak
5855643 Reeds and blue flowers of Cyperus Iwasakii Mak.; (add.info.: Reeds and blue flowers of Cyperus Iwasakii Mak. Colour-printed woodblock engraving by Kan'en Iwasaki from "Honzo Zufu)

Roots, leaves and flowers of coco-grass
5855642 Roots, leaves and flowers of coco-grass; (add.info.: Roots, leaves and flowers of coco-grass, purple nut sedge, red nut sedge, Cyperus rotundus L)

Roots, reeds and flowers of nutgrass galingale, Cyperus amuricus Max
5855644 Roots, reeds and flowers of nutgrass galingale, Cyperus amuricus Max.; (add.info.: Roots, reeds and flowers of nutgrass galingale, Cyperus amuricus Max)

Edible tubers and fruit, tubercules alimentaires. Earth almond, Cyperus esculentus, peanut or groundnut, Arachis hypogaea, mashua, Tropaeolum tuberosum, potato bean, Apios tuberosa, and tuberous pea

Brown galingale or brown flatsedge, Cyperus fuscus, Cipero scuro, Giunco nero. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Sea pen species. Pteroeides griseum 1, and Veretillum cynomorium 2. Pennatula grigia, Pennatula o Veretillo cinomorio. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus

Papyrus grass root, Cyperus papyrus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst

Papyrus grass, Cyperus papyrus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany, Longman, Hurst, London, 1816

Chufa or tigernut sedge, Cyperus esculentus 1, tuberous roots 2, and earth almonds a, b. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder

Curtis British Entomology Plate 533
Diptera: Gonia ruficeps = Gonia picea (Red-headed Gonia) [Plant: Carex pseudocyperus (Carex pseudo-cyperus, Bastard Cyperus Carex)] Date: 1824-39

Curtis British Entomology Plate 395
Hymenoptera: Encyrtis vitis = Encyrtus swederi (Vine Encyrtus) [Plant: Cyperus fuscus (Dwarf Cyperus)] Date: 1824-39

Indian bow, quiver, and baskets made from grass, Cyperus root, etc (engraving)
966771 Indian bow, quiver, and baskets made from grass, Cyperus root, etc (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian bow, quiver)

Sea Ruppia, Pond Weed, Grass Wrack, Cyperus, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Sea Ruppia, Pond Weed, Grass Wrack, Rush, Cyperus, Victorian Botanical Illustration, from The Flowering Plants and Ferns of Great Britain

Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus). Okavango River, Okavango Delta

Roots, reeds and flowers of variable flatsedge or smallflower umbrella-sedge, Cyperus difformis L.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu

Reeds and blue flowers of Cyperus Iwasakii Mak.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Roots, reeds and flowers of poorland flatsedge, Cyperus compressus L.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Roots, reeds and flowers of nutgrass galingale, Cyperus amuricus Max.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

Roots, leaves and flowers of coco-grass, purple nut sedge, red nut sedge, Cyperus rotundus L.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu

Rhizome and root of tidalmarsh flat sedge, Cyperus serotinus.. Color-printed woodblock engraving by Kan en Iwasaki from Honzo Zufu, an Illustrated Guide to Medicinal Plants, 1884

The Cyperus Papyrus
THE CYPERUS PAPYRUS

Picture No. 10896974
Papyrus (Cyperus papyrus) Date:

Picture No. 10896432
Mini Umbrella Plant (Cyperus alternifolius) Date:

Papyrus reed (Cyperus papyrus) being used to make writing material. Stem of the reed used to make a form of paper. Also used to produce fibre for sails, mats, cloth, etc, and roots used as fuel

Papyrus reed (Cyperus papyrus): Stem of the reed used to make a form of paper. Also used to produce fibre for sails, mats, cloth, etc, and roots used as fuel. Pith used as food.Aquatint 1823

The Cyperus Papyrus
THE CYPERUS PAPYRUS

Scirpus lacustris, true bulrush
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Carex arenaria, sand sedge
Illustration from Agnes Ibbetsons sketchbook of grasses, c.1809 -1822. Volume 3. No. 35. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Acrocephalus schoenobaenus, sedge warbler
Plate 125 from William MacGillivrays Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841)

Cistothorus platensis, sedge wren
Plate 175 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Cyperus sp. sedge
Plate 621 from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, c. 1795-1805. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Juvenile Sedge Warbler
Illustration of a Juvenile Sedge Warbler by Henrik Gronvold (1858-1940)

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Cyperus, also known as papyrus grass, is a versatile plant with various uses and intriguing characteristics. This plant species encompasses a wide range of varieties, each with its own unique features. One fascinating aspect is its edible tubers and fruit. The chufa or tigernut sedge (Cyperus esculentus) produces small tubercules alimentaires that are not only delicious but also highly nutritious. These tiny treats have been enjoyed by many cultures throughout history. Another notable member of the Cyperus family is the brown galingale or brown flatsedge (Cyperus fuscus). With its slender stems and distinctive brown coloration, this species adds an earthy charm to any landscape and has even been used in ancient times to make paper-like material called papyrus. Speaking of which, one cannot discuss Cyperus without mentioning the famous papyrus grass root (Cyperus papyrus). This particular variety was historically cultivated for its fibrous roots, which were used to create the renowned Egyptian writing material - papyrus. Its tall stalks adorned with feathery plumes make it an attractive addition to water gardens. Beyond land-based applications, some species can be found in aquatic environments such as sea pens and pond weeds like Ruppia or Grass Wrack (Cyperaceae). These plants play crucial roles in maintaining marine ecosystems while showcasing their adaptability across different habitats. The beauty extends beyond practical uses; it captivates wildlife too. The Greater bird-of-paradise (Paradisaea apoda) relies on certain varieties for shelter during mating rituals. Their vibrant plumage against the backdrop of lush greenery creates a mesmerizing spectacle that nature enthusiasts adore. Intriguingly enough, historical records reveal how indigenous communities utilized various parts plants for everyday items like Indian bows, quivers, and baskets.