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ravenfoot sedge

Scientific Name: Carex crus-corvi

Family: Cyperaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: MI (raven's-foot sedge), OH (raven-foot sedge), WI

       

Ravenfoot Sedge (Carex crus-corvi)

Ravenfoot Sedge, scientifically known as Carex crus-corvi, is a perennial sedge with distinctive characteristics. It's also commonly referred to as Crowfoot Sedge or Raven's Foot Sedge.

Considerations for Pets

  • This sedge has a leafy culm about 2-3' long.
  • The culm is sharply 3-angled.

Considerations for Children

  • This sedge has a leafy culm about 2-3' long.
  • The culm is sharply 3-angled.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Carex crus-corvi Shuttlw. ex Kunze
  • Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge Family)
  • Genus: Carex L.
  • Synonym: Carex bayardii

Description

  • Ravenfoot Sedge is a tufted perennial that grows from a short, stout, black rootstalk.
  • It typically grows in a clump to 2-3' tall.
  • The culm (stem) is ascending to erect, unbranched, sharply 3-angled, and glabrous (smooth).
  • Sheaths have numerous tiny dark spots.
  • Culms are stout but easily compressed.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Ravenfoot Sedge is found in hardwood swamps and buttonbush depressions.
  • Observed in southwest Durham County, NC.
  • Native perennial.

Ecological Role

  • Actively grows during the spring and fall when soil temperatures are cool.
  • Prefers moderately wet to medium moisture levels and soil containing muck or loam.
  • Part to full shade.

Further Information

  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database.
  • Discover Life.
  • Endangered Resources Program.