Family:

Cyperaceae

Cyperus lucidus

Leafy Flat-sedge

Other Names:

Regional Subspecies:

Occurrence:

Habitat & Site Selection:

Poorly-drained soils in wet swampy areas or along watercourses in open situations.

Habit:

Perennial herb up to 1.6 m high and about 1 m wide.

Seed Collection:

Early Jan to late Feb. Mature seedheads are brown and release smooth nuts readily.

Propagation:

From seed or by division of rhizome.

VALUES:

Land Protection:

Valuable in soil erosion control along streamsides due to fibrous roots.

Wildlife:

Good habitat for small birds and frogs, and food for caterpillars of native butterflies and moths.

Ornamental:

Ornamental for wet garden positions or as an emergent aquatic.