Fuirena squarrosa
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Fuirena squarrosa

Hairy Umbrella Sedge · Squarrose umbrella grass

Tier 2 Difficulty: easy Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
15–35 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 7–10
Click count
13
Observations
1

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun

The hairy umbrella-sedge is a perennial herb that flourishes in open environments, commonly found in meadows and grasslands, and has a particular affinity for sunlight. While it prefers abundance of sunlight, it can also withstand situations where the sun is only partially available.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 15–35°C

The Hairy umbrella-sedge is capable of adjusting to various temperature circumstances, but its presence may still be constrained by specific mixtures of heat and hydration states. It flourishes the most in warm climates during summer-time if there is sufficient rain or watering. Overly extended spells of rainy, cloudy weather, as well as continuous hot temperatures, can heighten the risk of the Hairy umbrella-sedge perishing. During the winter season, the correct protection against the cold can enhance the plant's likelihood of surviving.

Ideal temperature: 15–35°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

The hairy umbrella-sedge plant needs an extra supply of nutrients to foster robust new development. By sweeping some compost around the plant's base during spring, you can conveniently deliver the required nourishment. The process of fertilizing contributes to the plant's vigorous growth while enhancing its ability to withstand diseases and pests.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

To help the hairy umbrella-sedge flourish, start by pruning it in early spring. This involves cutting away dead stems to improve air circulation. It's also important to thin out overcrowded areas to prevent diseases. Removing spent flower spikes will encourage new blooms. By timing the pruning correctly, you can enhance the plant's overall health and appearance, ensuring it grows vigorously for the new season.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Grass
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Fuirena
Family
Cyperaceae
Hardiness Zone
7-10
Mature Height
30 cm to 91 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Flower Size
0.25 cm to 0.51 cm
Bloom Time
Summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Native Area
Cuba

Tags (5)

Common Names (2)

en Hairy Umbrella Sedge
en Squarrose umbrella grass