Ustulatus Nutgrass (Cyperus ustulatus)

Family: Cyperaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Cyperus ustulatus is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.2 m (4ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist or wet soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Lowland near rivers and in damp ground, especially near the coast, on Kermadec, North, South and Chatham Islands. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)