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Cyperus ochraceus
Cyperus ochraceus Vahl
Pond Flatsedge, Yellow Sedge
Cyperaceae (Sedge Family)
Synonym(s):
USDA Symbol: CYOC2
USDA Native Status: L48 (N), PR (N), VI (N)
Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Grass/Grass-like
Root Type: Fibrous
Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
Leaf Complexity: Simple
Leaf Shape: Linear
Leaf Venation: Parallel
Inflorescence: Spikelet
Flower:
Fruit: Red brown, Dark red brown
Size Class: 0-1 ft. , 1-3 ft.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: Not ApplicableBloom Time: Jun , Jul , Aug
Bloom Notes: Perianth absent. Bloom time denotes fruiting period for Cyperus spp.
Distribution
USA: AL , FL , GA , LA , MS , PA , TXNative Habitat: Throughout Texas in damp and disturbed areas.
Growing Conditions
Light Requirement: Part ShadeConditions Comments: Prefers damp environment.
Benefit
Deer Resistant: HighNational Wetland Indicator Status
Region: | AGCP | AK | AW | CB | EMP | GP | HI | MW | NCNE | WMVE |
Status: | FACW | FACW | FACW | FACW |
From the National Organizations Directory
According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is on display at the following locations:Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center - Austin, TX
Additional resources
USDA: Find Cyperus ochraceus in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Cyperus ochraceus in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Cyperus ochraceus
Metadata
Record Modified: 2017-07-20Research By: NPC