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shortstem sedge
Scientific Name: Carex brevicaulis
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Carex brevicaulis: Shortstem Sedge
Carex brevicaulis, commonly known as Shortstem Sedge, is a native perennial graminoid (grass-like herb) belonging to the genus Carex and the family Cyperaceae (Sedge family).
Alternative spelling: Short Stem Sedge, Shortstem Sedge.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is a sedge.
Considerations for Children
- This plant is a sedge.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex brevicaulis
- Common Name: Shortstem Sedge (also seen as Short Stem Sedge), Asian shortstem sedge
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
- Genus: Carex
- Species: brevicaulis
- Synonyms: Carex breviculmis
Distribution and Habitat
- Carex brevicaulis is native to Central and Northern California, primarily in the North Coast and Central Coast regions.
- It is often found in hilly areas along creeks and in woodland habitats.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is a small, densely tufted sedge, typically 10-35 cm tall and 20-40 cm wide.
- It has rough, triangular stems and a short rhizome.
- It exhibits a short turf-like growth habit.
- It's a non-stoloniferous perennial sedge.
Additional Information
- Symbol: CABR8
- Watering should be done very regularly, so that the ground is kept slightly moist.