Beak-rushes (Rhynchospora)

Beak-rushes

Found on all temperate continents and in the form of several hundred separate species, beak-rushes are so similar in appearance that analysis of mature fruits is often required to pinpoint an exact identity. They typically prefer moist acidic soils and are widespread in their native savannah grasslands and marshes.

Scientific classification

Genus

Beak-rushes (Rhynchospora)

Family

Sedge

Order

Grasses, sedges and allies

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Deciduous

Leaf type

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

Little beaksedge Starrush Whitetop White beaksedge Shortbristle horned beaksedge

Care Guide for Beak-rushes

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Adapted to moist environments, beak-rushes thrives in wetlands, requiring consistent moisture and moderate drought tolerance. Water weekly and ensure adequate drainage in containers to prevent waterlogging and support healthy growth, as beak-rushes is typically outdoors in water-rich areas.

Propagation: Propagation of beak-rushes typically involves seed sowing, with division for clump-forming types. Key requirements include light (full sun to partial shade), appropriate temperature, and well-drained soil. Attention to seed treatment may be necessary. Divide clumps in spring or autumn for additional propagation.

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