Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cyperaceae

Genus:

Cyperus

Species:

Cyperus trachysanthos

USDA Symbol:

CYTR2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

60 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

brown, green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

waterfowl, shorebirds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to coastal areas, often found in sandy soils

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Requires consistently moist to wet conditions for germination. Surface sow as seeds need light.