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Porter's fringed sedge
Scientific Name: Carex crinita var. porteri
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Carex crinita
Also known as fringed sedge and Porter's fringed sedge, Carex crinita is a species of sedge with notable ornamental uses.
Considerations for Pets
- Some sedges have sharp edges on their leaves, which could potentially cause minor irritation if ingested or handled.
Considerations for Children
- Like with any plant, it's wise to teach children not to ingest it.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex crinita Lam.
- Common Names: Fringed Sedge, Porter's Fringed Sedge
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
- Genus: Carex L. (sedge)
- Variety: Carex crinita var. porteri (Olney) Fernald – Porter's fringed sedge
- Synonyms: The text also mentions Carex crinata (an apparent misspelling)
Distribution and Habitat
- The text suggests its presence in regions such as Maine (ME), New Hampshire (NH), Vermont (VT), Massachusetts (MA), Connecticut (CT), Rhode Island (RI), Louisiana (LA), Arkansas (AR), and Oklahoma (OK).
- It is associated with wetlands and sedge meadows.
- Specific locations include Porter County, Indiana and Porters Creek Trail in the Tennessee Smokies.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is described as having a fountain-like appearance when grown in clusters.
- It is a cool-season plant that actively grows during spring and fall when soil temperatures are cool.
Cultivation
- Prefers slightly humid soil, requiring frequent watering (3-4 glasses of water every 0-1 weeks) while avoiding complete drying.
- It is advisable to avoid leaving water in the saucer to prevent stagnant water.
Quirky Facts
- The text mentions seed counts: Approximately 500 seeds per packet and 23,000 seeds per ounce.