👉 Hydarinae is a genus of flowering plants in the family Cyperaceae, commonly known as hydrosponges or hydrosponata. This group includes about 1,200 species, with many occurring in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. These plants are characterized by their large, open flowers, which can be either sessile or submerged, often forming a dense canopy of leaves. They are important in the ecosystem as they provide habitat for numerous animal species,
