Nutgrass or Nutsedge

Cyperus esculentus · Warm-season perennial sedge, C4

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Nutgrass or Nutsedge

Grass Category

Invasive/Weed

Hardiness Zones

USDA zones 5 through 10, highly adaptable and persistent in warm climates.

About This Grass

Upright growing sedge with bright green leaves, typically reaching 1 to 2 feet in height.

Blade Characteristics

V-shaped glossy leaves arranged in sets of three, distinguished from true grasses by triangular stems.

Growing Information

Growth Habit

Rhizomatous with underground tubers, spreading aggressively in moist soil.

Sunlight & Water Needs

Thrives in full sun and wet or poorly drained soils with high moisture.

Mowing & Maintenance

Hard to control by mowing alone due to rapid growth from underground nutlets; requires selective herbicides.

Identified on 10/14/2026
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