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nodding sedge

Scientific Name: Carex gynandra

Family: Cyperaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

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Nodding Sedge (Carex gynandra)

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is a member of the sedge family, and has bristly appearing flowers. Examine carefully to evaluate any potential risk for your pets.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Carex gynandra Schwein.
  • Common Names: Nodding Sedge, Mountain Fringed Sedge
  • Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge Family)
  • Synonym: Carex crinita var. gynandra
  • NRCS Symbol: CAGY4
  • ITIS #: 39623

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to North America (L48 (N), CAN (N), SPM (N)).
  • Found in moist to wet soils, thickets, marshes, ditches, and stream banks.
  • Observed in locations such as Allegany County, Maryland and Calvert Co., Maryland and Garrett Co., Maryland.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Clump-forming perennial.
  • Grows to a height of 2 to 5 feet.
  • Numerous flowering stems with 2 to 6 dangling, 4-inch long, bristly-appearing spikes.
  • Long, drooping flower spikes that give it its name.

Ecology and Interactions

  • Closely related to fringed sedge (Carex crinita).

Further Information

  • USDA Plants Database
  • Discover Life
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Toadshade Wildflower Farm (mail order nursery)