Fimbristylis sp.
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Family: Cyperaceae · Type: Perennial · Variable; species dependent
Fimbristylis sp. is a non-native California perennial in the Cyperaceae family.
Habitat and range
Habitat: Generally moist to wet places
How to tell it apart
vs Juncus: Fimbristylis has triangular stems and scabrous sheath edges; Juncus has round stems and smooth sheaths.; vs Bulbostylis: Fimbristylis has short sandpaper-like hairs on sheaths; Bulbostylis has long, soft, conspicuous fringe.; vs Bolboschoenus: Fimbristylis has scabrous sheath edges; Bolboschoenus has smooth sheaths and often has tubers.; vs Scirpus: Fimbristylis has distinctly rough, hairy sheath tips; Scirpus has smooth sheaths.; vs Calliscirpus: Fimbristylis has scabrous sheath tips; Calliscirpus has smooth sheaths and tufted growth.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fimbristylis sp. native to California?
No. Fimbristylis sp. is not native to California (recorded as variable; species dependent).
What plant family does Fimbristylis sp. belong to?
Fimbristylis sp. is in the Cyperaceae family, genus Fimbristylis.
What habitat does Fimbristylis sp. grow in?
Fimbristylis sp. grows in Generally moist to wet places.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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