Also known as Bristle Club-Rush · Bristle Clubrush · Bristle-Leaved Bulrush
Isolepis setacea, the Bristle-leaf Bulrush, is a slender, grass-like sedge forming tufts of fine, upright foliage, thriving in wet or damp conditions.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Tolerates some shade but may become leggy.
High
100% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, can tolerate waterlogged conditions.
Clay, Loam, Sandy, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures (18-24°C). Protect from frost and extreme heat.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Isolepis setacea thrives in consistently moist soil. Water regularly, especially during warmer months, to prevent the substrate from drying out.
It can tolerate waterlogged conditions and is often grown in shallow water or very wet soil, mimicking its natural wetland habitat.
Pruning is primarily for aesthetic purposes and to manage growth. Trim back any dead or yellowing foliage as needed.
You can also cut back the entire plant if it becomes overgrown or untidy, which will encourage fresh new growth from the base.
Propagation is easily achieved through division of established clumps in spring. Carefully separate the root ball into smaller sections, ensuring each piece has some roots and shoots.
Replant the divisions immediately into moist soil.
Repot Isolepis setacea when it becomes root-bound, typically every 1-2 years. Spring is the ideal time.
Use a well-draining potting mix, and consider planting it slightly deeper or in a wider pot to accommodate its spreading habit.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Cyperaceae |
| Genus | Isolepis |
| Species | Isolepis setacea |
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