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Fimbristylis littoralis Gaudich.
| Family Name: | Cyperaceae |
| Common Name: | Grass-like Fimbry, Grass-like Fimbristylis, Lesser Fimbristylis, Fimbry |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Grass or Grass-like Plant (Sedge (Cyperaceae)) |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Semi-Annual / Annual-Like |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
| Maximum Height | 0.1 m to 0.5 m |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Pantropic |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial (Riverine), Shoreline |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
| Local Conservation Status | Native to Singapore (Least Concern (LC)) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a semi-annual or short-lived, grass-like sedge with a clumped, erect growth habit. |
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| Foliage | Long, thin leaves are arranged in a clump. |
| Stems | Culm (or sedge stems) are 4- or 5-sided. |
| Flowers | Small, brownish flowers are arranged in a corymb inflorescence. |
| Fruit | Dry, 1-seeded fruits are known as achenes. Seeds have a bumpy surface. |
| Etymology | The genus Fimbristylis is derived from Latin fimbri, 'fringe' and stylus, 'style', referring to the fringe of hairs on the style of some species. The specific epithet littoralis refers to its occurrence near seashore, one of the habitats in which this species is found. |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Propagation Method | Seed |
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Others
| Master ID | 30900 |
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| Species ID | 5277 |
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