Scleria ciliaris, the nutrush, is a tropical perennial plant in the sedge family Cyperaceae. It is often found in moist sites in Australia, Malesia, Indo-China and Oceania.
Scleria ciliaris is resistant to disease and is generally unlikely to suffer from illnesses. Regarding care, this plant is relatively low maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only minimal watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they have bloomed. Scleria ciliarist is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, like a garden or deck, and does not demand a lot of care experience.
How to keep Scleria Ciliaris.
Light
Scleria ciliaris is a sun-loving, perennial herbaceous plant native to open habitats and frequently found in meadows and grasslands. It prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial sun.
Temperature
Scleria ciliaris comes from tropical areas where the climate is generally warm and humid. Consequently, it is adapted to high temperatures and moisture. It does not tolerate sudden temperature changes and prefers a steady temperature, so avoiding temperature fluctuations indoors is important. It typically cannot withstand cold and needs higher temperatures to grow. If the surrounding temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.
Fertilizer
Scleria ciliaris needs extra nutrients to encourage healthy new growth. In spring, applying compost around the base of the plant will effectively supply the nutrition it requires. Fertilizing supports vigorous growth and helps the plant withstand diseases and pests.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Grass
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Scleria
- Family
- Cyperaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 8-11
- Mature Height
- 30 cm to 61 cm
- Mature Spread
- 20 cm to 40 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Semi-evergreen
- Flower Color
- Brown
- Flower Size
- 0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer
- Native Area
- Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Laos, Thailand
Other names.
