Cyperus sordidus

Cyperus sordidus

Native to:
Mexican Pacific Is. | Mexico | Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southwest

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Cyperaceae
Genus:
Cyperus
Species:
Cyperus sordidus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte , Forb/herb
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
waterfowl, wetland birds
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate best on moist soil surface with warm temperatures; light may enhance germination.

Source: Claude claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 Batch