Cylindric sedge

Common Name:

sedge, cylindric

Scientific Name:

Cyperus retrorsus

Family:

Cyperaceae

Lifecycle:

Perennial, possible annual

Features

Similar to globe sedge. Spikes barrel-shaped, densely packed occurring on stalks of varying length at plant apex. Non-tuberous perennial regrowing from crowns.

Description

Tufted perennial sedge found more in low fertility habitats, such as pastures and roadsides. Does not tolerate low, frequent mowing.