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Scirpus microcarpus Smallfruit bulrush

Previous scientific name(s): Scirpus microcarpus var. longispicatus, Scirpus microcarpus var. rubrotinctus, Scirpus rubrotinctus

 

Cool season, native perennial that is strongly rhizomatous. Occurs in wet, low areas, from lowlands to moderate elevations in mountains. In the Intermountain West most frequently found between 5,000-7,000 ft. elevation. Provides excellent cover for wildlife.

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Species Attributes

Height:

25 in. or taller

Life Form:

Sodformer

Native or Introduced:

Native

Season:

Cool

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

5,000 - 7,000 ft.

Precipitation:

12 in. - Wetland adapted

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Not Adapted

Moderately Coarse:

Marginal

Medium:

Average

Moderately Fine:

Best

Fine:

Average

Soil pH
Acidic:

Not Adapted

Neutral:

Best

Basic:

Average

Seeding Rate:

1 - 2 PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

8.80 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

4,500,000

Germination Time:

Days

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

No

Planting Season:

Spring Fall

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