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coastal sedge
Scientific Name: Carex exilis
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: CT (sedge), MD (coast sedge), NC (coastal sedge),
Lepidosperma gladiatum - Coast Sword-sedge
Lepidosperma gladiatum, commonly known as coast sword-sedge or coastal sword-sedge, is an evergreen sedge species.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions that this sedge has "sharp sword-like leaves."
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Lepidosperma gladiatum
- Common Names: Coast Sword-sedge, Coastal Sword-sedge
- Cited as: Coast Sword-sedge. Nov.Holl.Pl. 1:15 (1805)
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to southern regions.
- Found creeping through sand dunes at coastal sites.
- Specific IBRA Regions mentioned: Esperance Plains, Geraldton Sandplains, Jarrah Forest, Mallee, Swan Coastal Plain, Warren.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Evergreen species.
- Perennial plant that spreads via underground stems (rhizomes).
Ecological Role
- Often grows in or adjacent to coastal prairies and grasslands.
- Can be competitively dominant in high marsh environments.
Carex exilis - Coastal Sedge
Carex exilis, commonly referred to as coastal sedge, is a perennial sedge.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex exilis Dewey
- Common Name: Coastal Sedge
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Can grow to a height of about 90 cm (3 ft).
- Forms a dense clump.
- Leaves are inrolled along the margins.