Smallflower umbrella sedge

Catalogue Type
Weed Catalogue
Scientific Name
Cyperus difformis L.
Family
Cyperaceae
Distinguishing Characters
germinates best in full light
Photo of Weed
Description

Found in: lowland Establishment method: WS > TP > DS
Growth habit: tufted and erect; up to 1.0 m
Moisture: wet to moist Emergence time: within 7 d; continual throughout season Competitiveness: moderate
Seed contaminant: yes Cultural control: early continuous fl ooding, hand weeding,tillage Reported resistance: ALS inhibitors (AUS, BRA, ITA,
KOR, ESP, USA) Life cycle: annual Seed wt: 0.01
Method(s) of reproduction: seeds Maturity time: as little as 30 d
Dormancy: none Elevation: up to 1,400 m Light: sunny