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broadwing sedge

Scientific Name: Carex alata

Family: Cyperaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: CT (broadwing sedge), IL (winged sedge), KY (broad

       

Broadwing Sedge (Carex alata)

Carex alata, commonly known as broadwing sedge, is a perennial graminoid belonging to the genus Carex.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Carex alata Torr.
  • Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
  • Genus: Carex L.
  • Common Names: broadwing sedge, broadwinged sedge, broad wing sedge, winged oval sedge

Distribution and Habitat

  • Found in the northern and central peninsula of Florida, extending west to the central panhandle.
  • Grows in various wetland habitats, including swamps and roadside ditches.
  • Native to the Eastern U.S.
  • Not found in Idaho.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • A graminoid, meaning it resembles grass.
  • Forms tufts of slender, grassy leaves that can reach up to 30 inches (approximately 76 cm) tall.
  • Medium in size and can reach 4 meters (approximately 13 feet) high.
  • Flower colors include green, yellow, and brown.
  • Duration: perennial, meaning it grows year after year.

Ecological Role

  • Grows in both full sun (if water is sufficient) and part shade conditions.

Further Information

  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
  • Discover Life
  • Dave's Garden
  • ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System) - TSN 39370