Dulichium sp.
Family: Cyperaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Dulichium sp. is a native California perennial in the Cyperaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Schoenus: Dulichium has flowers along stem at leaf joints; Schoenus has compact heads at stem tip.; vs Cyperus: Dulichium has ladder-like leaves up the stem; Cyperus has leaves at base with umbrella cluster at top.; vs Kyllinga: Dulichium has flowers emerging from leaf joints along stem; Kyllinga has spherical heads at stem tip.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dulichium sp. native to California?
Yes. Dulichium sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Dulichium sp. belong to?
Dulichium sp. is in the Cyperaceae family, genus Dulichium.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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