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Douglas' sedge

Scientific Name: Carex douglasii

Family: Cyperaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

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Douglas' Sedge (Carex douglasii)

Carex douglasii, commonly known as Douglas' sedge, is a species of sedge belonging to the family Cyperaceae.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Carex douglasii Boott
  • Common Name: Douglas' sedge
  • Family: Cyperaceae

Morphological Characteristics

  • This sedge produces triangular stems reaching up to approximately 40 cm in height.
  • Plants can grow to about a foot high or slightly longer.

Distribution and Habitat

While the provided text doesn't explicitly detail the specific distribution and habitat of Carex douglasii, it does mention its inclusion in the USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database, suggesting its presence in North America.

Resources and Further Information

  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database: This database contains information and images of Carex douglasii.
  • Discover Life: This website provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Carex douglasii.

Quirky Facts

The name Douglas Sedge also refers to a person who is a literary critic and editor of Jacobean and Caroline comedies, including works by William Rowley, Thomas Dekker, and John Ford. He also published several books about witchcraft plays.