Also known as Starrush Whitetop · 11 saves
Dichromena
Dichromena, the genus most gardeners know as starrush whitetop. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 2 most-saved Dichromena varieties
Species of Dichromena
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Dichromena in Sow
Save the Dichromena you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Dichromena questions
How many types of Dichromena are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Dichromena varieties. The most popular — ranked by 11 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Dichromena grow in?
Across its varieties, Dichromena covers USDA Zones 7–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Dichromena bloom?
Most Dichromena varieties bloom in late summer, mid-summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Dichromena should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.