Alpine Flatsedge 🛑 Endangered

Cyperus fauriei

Native to:
Hawaii, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Cyperaceae
Genus:
Cyperus
Species:
Cyperus fauriei
USDA Symbol:
CYFA3

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
60 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
brown, green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, waterfowl
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, nutrient-rich, clay loam
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
tolerates poor drainage
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
Commonly found in wetland areas