Cyperus digitatus
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Cyperus digitatus

Digitate cyperus · Finger flat sedge · Finger Flatsedge · Finger flatsegde · Red-root Flatsedge

Tier 1 Difficulty: easy Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
15–37 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 8–11
Click count
9
Observations
2

Description

Source: leafsnap

Cyperus digitatus, also known as finger flatsedge in the United States, and chang xiao sui suo cao in China, is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae that is native to tropical and subtropical areas of Africa, Asia, the Americas and Australia.

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun

Shingle flatsegde is a perennial herbaceous plant that loves sunlight and is native to open environments, commonly flourishing in meadows and grasslands. While it thrives best in full sun, it can also endure conditions with partial sun.

Ideal: Full sun
FAQ
What are the sunlight requirements for Finger flatsedge?

Finger flatsedge, also known by its botanical name Cyperus digitatus, thrives in varying amounts of sunlight. For 'Full sun', it requires more than 6 hours of sunlight daily. For 'Partial sun', about 3-6 hours of sunlight are ideal. It's important to observe the movement of sunlight through your garden to find the perfect spots that provide a balanced environment of light and shade, ensuring your plants' well-being.

🌡️ Temperature 15–37.8°C

Flatsegde shingles have their roots in tropical areas, known for their consistently warm and humid climate. This has conditioned the plant to thrive in high heat and substantial amounts of moisture. They are sensitive to sudden shifts in temperature and are best suited to an environment with stable temperatures. Hence, keeping a consistent indoor temperature is essential. These plants typically struggle in cool conditions and demand higher temperatures to grow effectively. A significant decrease in temperature can inhibit their growth or worst-case scenario, lead to their demise.

Ideal temperature: 15–37.8°C
FAQ
What is Finger flatsedge?

Finger flatsedge is known botanically as Cyperus digitatus. It does not have specific information provided about its essentials or symptoms in the provided data.

💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

Flatsegde Shingle needs extra nutrients for encouraging the growth of new and healthy branches. During spring, applying compost around the plant's root area can supply the essential nourishment it requires. The act of fertilizing enhances robust growth and assists the plant in combating illnesses and pests.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

Finger flatsedge has a clumping growth habit and grass-like leaves. It benefits from regular pruning in early spring. By trimming old foliage, you can promote healthy growth and maintain its shape. Removing dead parts also helps prevent pests and improves the plant's appearance. For specific care guidelines, be sure to consult reliable sources.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Grass
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Cyperus
Family
Cyperaceae
Hardiness Zone
8-11
Mature Height
0.61 m to 1.52 m
Mature Spread
20 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Blue
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Yellow, Green
Flower Size
0.51 cm to 1.02 cm
Bloom Time
Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Planting Time
Spring
Harvest Time
Late summer, Fall, Early winter
Native Area
Burkina Faso, Belize, Egypt, India, Malaysia, Angola, Guatemala, Namibia, Madagascar, Nigeria, Uganda, Tanzania, Benin, Uruguay, Mali, Paraguay, Indonesia, Argentina, Liberia, Venezuela, Brazil, Ghana, Ethiopia, Botswana, Congo, Nepal, Central African Republic, Chile, Honduras, Peru, South Africa, Sudan, Philippines, Mauritania, Laos, Bangladesh, Guinea, Trinidad and Tobago, Panama, Chad, China, Colombia, Afghanistan, Bolivia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Togo, El Salvador, Senegal, Eswatini, Papua New Guinea, Nicaragua, Iran, Guyana, Ecuador, Côte d'Ivoire, Costa Rica, Congo (DRC), Thailand

Tags (5)

Common Names (5)

en Digitate cyperus
en Finger flat sedge
en Finger Flatsedge
en Finger flatsegde
en Red-root Flatsedge