Fimbry
Fimbristylis tristachya
- Native to:
- Andaman Is., Australia, Bangladesh, Borneo, Caroline Is., China, Guam, Hainan, India, Japan, Jawa, Korea, Kuril Is., Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Marianas, Nansei-shoto, New Guinea, Palau, Philippines, South China Sea, Sulawesi, Sumatera, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam
John Tann (www.flickr.com) from Sydney, Australia
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Cyperaceae
- Genus:
- Fimbristylis
- Species:
- Fimbristylis tristachya
- USDA Symbol:
- FITR2
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 60 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- jul,aug,sep,oct
- Bloom Colors:
- brown
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Fire Ecology:
- Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
- Fire Notes:
- Resprouts from base after fire; tolerates periodic burning typical of wet pine savannas.
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