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Fimbristylis microcarya (Fimbristylis microcarya)

Fimbristylis microcarya is a slender, tufted perennial sedge native to Australia, often found in sandy soils and coastal areas.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, but allow the top inch to dry between waterings.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but thrives in well-drained, sandy or loamy soils. Tolerates poor soils.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperatures are between 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding is sufficient.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Tolerates full sun, but may benefit from some afternoon shade in very hot climates.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, but allow the top inch to dry between waterings.

Water more frequently during active growth and less in winter.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but thrives in well-drained, sandy or loamy soils. Tolerates poor soils.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperatures are between 15-25 °C.

Tolerates a range of temperatures but may suffer in prolonged frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding is sufficient.

Apply a balanced fertilizer once in spring if needed.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Grass

Plant Category

Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.2-0.5 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

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Synonyms
Iria microcarya (F.Muell.) Kuntze
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderPoales
  • familyCyperaceae
  • genusFimbristylis
  • speciesFimbristylis microcarya
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Non-toxic to pets and humans.

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