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Cyperus brevifolius

Kyllinga (Cyperus brevifolia) is a perennial sedge weed species recently reclassified in the Cyperus genus mosly found in Florida lawns, especially bahiagrass. Kyllinga forms dense mats and can be hard to manage without chemical controls.

Scientific Name: Cyperus brevifolia
Common Name: Kyllinga
Seasonality: Warm season perennial
Soil Type: Moist
Toxicity: Non-toxic
Plant Growth: Aggressive growth rate, propagated by seeds and rhizomes
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