Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cyperaceae

Genus:

Amphiscirpus

Species:

Amphiscirpus nevadensis

USDA Symbol:

SCNE

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

60 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul

Native Range

Argentina, Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Mexico, United States

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

waterfowl, wetland birds

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Commonly found in wetland areas

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Requires saturated conditions and light for germination. Seeds may be sown directly on wet soil surface.

Propagation data sourced from Claude AI