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fuzzy sedge
Scientific Name: Carex hirtissima
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Fuzzy Sedge (Carex spp.)
This page provides information about various sedges within the Carex genus, particularly focusing on species like Carex hirtissima (Fuzzy Sedge) and Carex hirsutella (Fuzzy Wuzzy Sedge).
Considerations for Pets
- Some sedges, like Awned sedge, have fuzzy leaf sheaths.
- Fuzzy or woolly perigynia (fruit covering) can be found on some sedges like Carex pellita.
- The leaves of some sedges are thin and long.
Considerations for Children
- Some sedges, like Awned sedge, have fuzzy leaf sheaths.
- Fuzzy or woolly perigynia (fruit covering) can be found on some sedges like Carex pellita.
- The leaves of some sedges are thin and long.
Scientific Name and Common Names
- Scientific Name: Carex (genus)
- Common Names:
- Sedge
- Fuzzy Sedge (e.g., Carex hirtissima)
- Fuzzy Wuzzy Sedge (Carex hirsutella)
- Hairy-leaved Sedge
- Hairy Green Sedge
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Genus: Carex
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Synonyms for Carex hirsutella:
- Carex hirsuta
- Carex triceps
Distribution and Habitat
- Fuzzy Sedge (Carex hirtissima) is native to Yuba County and typically grows at elevations.
- Carex hirsutella (Fuzzy Wuzzy Sedge) has been observed in Cecil Co., Maryland.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Sedges are grass-like plants with stems that are generally triangular in cross-section.
- Carex hirsutella (Fuzzy Wuzzy Sedge) has thin, long leaves that are hairy on both surfaces.
- Frasier's Sedge has monoecious flowers, with fuzzy staminate (male) flowers at the top and two-pronged pistils below.
- Some sedges like Slough sedge have densely fuzzy sheaths.
- Carex hirtissima is a perennial graminoid, meaning it grows year after year.
Ecological Role
- Sedges in the genus Carex are sometimes considered desirable and easier to control than some other plants.
- Common beaked sedge is grazed by moose (Alces alces) and elk (Cervus).
Quirky Facts
- The text mentions "Fuzzy Slipperz" as a rapper featured in a song by "Sedge warbler", alongside other songs like "Basil Pesto."
Further Information
- Discover Life has a page dedicated to the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Carex hirtissima (Fuzzy Sedge).
- Dave's Garden provides tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.