Cyperus strigosus
Cyperus strigosus straw-colored flatsedge
A common perennial sedge that grows in sandy soil in wet areas and man-cultivated habitats.
Habitat & Range
Shores of streams, rivers or lakes and/or disturbed habitats. Often in sandy soil.
Present throughout the state.
Wetland codes
EMP: | FACW |
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NCNE: | FACW |
Phenology
Flowers June and July.
Characteristics
Leaves are attached at or near base of the plant. Leaf blade is either flat or rolled in at the edges.
Plant Codes
S-rank: No rank
G-rank: G5 (Secure)
Cyperus strigosus straw-colored flatsedge
Cyperus strigosus gallery
Plant Life-Form
perennial sedge
Common Names
straw-colored flatsedge
false nutsedge