Dichromena sp. (Star Grass)

Dichromena sp. (Star Grass) with white star-shaped flowers and slender green grass-like leaves.

Botanical names: Dichromena sp., Rhynchospora sp.

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

Family: Cyperaceae

Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunKeep soil moistBog 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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