Cyperus gunnii ssp. gunnii
Flecked Flat-sedge
Densely tufted perennial herb spreading from short thick underground stems. Flowering stems rigid, triangular. Bract at base of flowerhead leaf-like, 2-3 times the length of flowerhead.
Additional information
- FamilyCyperaceae
- StoreyLower storey
- Size0.6-1.5 m x spreading
- Plant groupingAquatic & Semi aquatic
- LeavesLeaves folded, partitioned within, swollen at partitions, as long or longer than stems.
- Flower colourBright brown
- Flowering timeOctober to April
- FlowersSimple or branched flowerhead with 5-8 primary branches to 12 cm long. Many flattened spikelets in dense spikes, 6-15 narrow flowers per spikelet; stem within spikelet winged.
- Bird attractingNo
- Butterfly attractingFood plant for caterpillars
- Frog habitatYes
- Growing conditionsMoist swampy soils which may dry out in summer, in lowland areas. Full sun, semi shade.
- Garden useA spreading sedge for low moist sites in gardens and beside water areas.
- Commercially availableIndigenous nursery
- Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known from very few local sites.
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