Slender Sand Sedge
Cyperus filiculmis
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, DE, FL, GA and 8 more states
Slender flatsedge is a delicate native sedge that forms small, tidy clumps with thin, grass-like foliage. It produces small brownish flower clusters from summer through early fall and thrives in partial sun with moderate moisture.
In an HOA neighborhood
Slender Sand Sedge is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
This sedge provides habitat and food for small birds and beneficial insects. The seeds attract finches and sparrows, while the foliage offers shelter for ground-dwelling creatures.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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