Green kyllinga
Common Name:
kyllinga, green
Scientific Name:
Kyllinga brevifolia
Family:
Cyperaceae
Lifecycle:
Perennial
Features
Fragrant aroma when leaf material is crushed; globe-like seedhead with subtending bracts; glabrous sedge plant
Description
Common in closely mowed turf in more wet areas; can persist in closely mowed golf course turfgrass; fragrant aroma is a distinguishing characteristic.