Purple Nutsedge
Cyperus rotundus
About Purple Nutsedge
Purple Nutsedge (Cyperus rotundus) is a common lawn weed in Middle Tennessee. Found throughout the I-65 corridor and surrounding areas, this weed competes with desirable turfgrass for nutrients, water, and sunlight. Proper identification is the first step toward effective control in your Middle Tennessee lawn.
Purple Nutsedge (Cyperus rotundus) is a turf weed commonly found in lawns throughout Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Weed Identification Guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we identify and treat Purple Nutsedge regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward selecting the right herbicide and timing for effective control.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Purple Nutsedge
- Scientific Name
- Cyperus rotundus
- Type
- Turf Weed
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
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