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

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Keep soil moistKeep soil wet: Bog or aquatic plantWatering: Keep soil moist; bog or aquatic
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage

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 flower with sharp pointed petals arranged in a simple star pattern.
Dichromena sp. (Star Grass) white star shaped flower close up with green tipped petals
Dichromena sp. (Star Grass) displays a white star shaped flower with slender green tipped bracts.
Dichromena sp. (Star Grass) white flower with long narrow green leaves close up shot
Dichromena sp. (Star Grass) with white bracts surrounding the center amidst thin green grass blades
Dichromena sp. (Star Grass) with white bracts and thin green leaves on the plant.
Dichromena sp. (Star Grass) growing with pointed white bracts atop narrow green grass-like foliage.


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