Fimbristylis quinquangularis
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Fimbristylis quinquangularis

Five-Angle Fimbry · Fiveangle fimbry

Tier 2 Difficulty: easy Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
15–37 °C
Soil pH
5–7
Hardiness
Zone 8–11
Click count
7
Observations
2

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun

Fiveangle fimbry comes from sunny, open habitats where it does best in full sunlight. It will tolerate some partial shade but favors direct sun for optimal growth. This plant, which can be annual or biennial, is noted for its sun-loving character.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 15–37.8°C

Fiveangle fimbry comes from tropical areas, where the climate is generally warm and humid. Consequently, it is adapted to high temperatures and moisture. It does not tolerate sudden temperature changes and prefers a consistent temperature environment, so avoiding indoor temperature fluctuations is important. It typically cannot withstand cold and needs warmer conditions to grow. If the surrounding temperature becomes too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.

Ideal temperature: 15–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 5-7
Soil pH: 5-7
🌱 Fertilizer
🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

The Fiveangle Fimbry features angular stems and dense tufts. To keep it healthy, prune it between early and late spring. This involves removing dead stems and thinning the growth to improve air circulation. This practice encourages vigorous development, enhances appearance, and boosts overall vitality, all while aligning with the plant's natural growth cycle.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Grass
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Fimbristylis
Family
Cyperaceae
Hardiness Zone
8-11
Mature Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 30 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Flower Color
White, Bronze
Flower Size
0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
Bloom Time
Summer
Planting Time
Spring, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Native Area
Australia

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Common Names (2)

en Five-Angle Fimbry
en Fiveangle fimbry