Grey Sedge (Lepironia Articulata) is a perennial grass in the Cyperaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires very high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lepironia articulata is a grass-like evergreen perennial sedge native to tropical Asia and the Indo-Pacific region, commonly used for basket weaving and erosion control.

Grey Sedge

Grey Sedge

Lepironia Articulata

Lepironia articulata is a grass-like evergreen perennial sedge native to tropical Asia and the Indo-Pacific region, commonly used for basket weaving and erosion control.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
very high
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
10-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:peaty, loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:erosion control, groundcover, habitat creation

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Grey Sedge

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Lepironia