RAD sequencing resolves the phylogeny, taxonomy and biogeography of Trichophoreae despite a recent rapid radiation (Cyperaceae).

Trichophoreae is a nearly cosmopolitan Cyperaceae tribe that contains ~17 species displaying striking variation in size, inflorescence complexity, and perianth morphology. Although morphologically distinct, the status of its three genera (Cypringlea, Oreobolopsis and Trichophorum) is controversial because recent phylogenetic studies have suggested they might not be reciprocally monophyletic. However, previous analyses have shown conflicting topologies and consistently poor support due to an initial rapid diversification of the tribe.