Dichromena sp. (Star Grass)

Dichromena sp. (Star Grass) with white star-shaped flowers and slender green grass-like leaves.
Dichromena sp. (Star Grass) displays small white star-shaped flowers nestled among thin green grassy blades.

Botanical names: Dichromena sp., Rhynchospora sp.

Common names: Star Grass, Star Rush, White Topped Sedge

Family: Cyperaceae

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunKeep soil moistKeep soil wet: Bog or aquatic plantOrnamental foliageUnknown name

The "leaves" are actually large bracts that surround the less-conspicuous inflorescence. The bracts are white at the base, becoming green at the tips.


Dichromena sp. (Star Grass) white star shaped flower, close up of delicate pointed white petals.
Dichromena sp. (Star Grass) white star shaped flower close up with green tipped petals
Dichromena sp. (Star Grass) white flower with long narrow green leaves close up shot
Dichromena sp. (Star Grass) with white bracts and thin green leaves on the plant.


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