
Baldwin's Flatsedge
Also known as
Cyperus baldwinii, Cyperus baldwinii multiflorus, Cyperus cyclostachyus, Cyperus echinatus multiflorus, Cyperus globulosus multiflorus, Cyperus globulosus pseudofiliculmis, Cyperus multiflorus and Dichostylis baldwinii
Taxonomy
Cyperus croceus
Cyperus
Cyperaceae
Poales

How to care for Baldwin's Flatsedge

How often to water your Baldwin's Flatsedge

every 9
Baldwin's Flatsedge needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Finding light for Baldwin's Flatsedge in your home

a window
Baldwin's Flatsedge may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Baldwin's Flatsedge in your home 🏡.

How to fertilize Baldwin's Flatsedge

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Baldwin's Flatsedge after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Baldwin's Flatsedge prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Baldwin's Flatsedge may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Baldwin's Flatsedge is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.
Fertilizer
Baldwin's Flatsedge is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Care Summary for Baldwin's Flatsedge
Baldwin's Flatsedge
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
