Fewflower Hairsedge
Bulbostylis pauciflora
- Native to:
- Aruba, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Leeward Is., Netherlands Antilles, Puerto Rico, United States, Virgin Islands
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Cyperaceae
- Genus:
- Bulbostylis
- Species:
- Bulbostylis pauciflora
- USDA Symbol:
- BUPA
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 15 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jun,jul,aug,sep
- Bloom Colors:
- brown, green
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Fire Ecology:
- Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
- Fire Notes:
- Tolerates periodic fire in pine flatwoods and savanna habitats, resprouts from base after burning. Benefits from fire-maintained open conditions.
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- commonly found in open, sunny areas