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Fimbristylis cymosa (Hillebr.) T.Koyama subsp. umbellatocapitata
| Family Name: | Cyperaceae |
| Synonyms: | Fimbristylis cymosa var. microcephala, Fimbristylis cymosa var. pycnocephala, Fimbristylis cymosa var. umbellatocapitata |
| Common Name: | Tropical Fimbry, Button Sedge |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Grass & Grass-like Plant |
| Plant Shape | Grassy |
| Maximum Height | 0.3 m to 0.9 m |
| Maximum Plant Spread / Crown Width | 0.1 m to 0.2 m |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | USA (Hawaii), S. Mexico, Central America, South America, Africa, Asia, Indian Ocean Islands, Pacific Islands, Australia |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Small sedge with clumping growth habit. |
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| Foliage | Stiff, narrow leaves are light green to green. |
| Flowers | Brownish flowers are clustered together in a round, ball-like inflorescence. |
| Cultivation | The plant will have a shorter stature under full sun than semi-shaded conditions. Feed lightly, as excessive fertilization produces unnaturally long leaves. Apply a diluted solution of fertilizer (third to half the recommended concentration) to the leaves monthly and a small amount of slow release fertilizer biannually. |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Little Water |
| Plant Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Pest(s) | Chewing Insects, Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Division |
| Planting Distance | 10 cm to 15 cm |
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Others
| Master ID | 31272 |
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| Species ID | 5668 |
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