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sun sedge
Scientific Name: Carex inops ssp. heliophila
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Sun Sedge (Carex inops subsp. heliophila)
Sun Sedge, scientifically known as Carex inops subsp. heliophila, is a grass-like perennial well-suited for sunny locations.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant has grass-like foliage.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex inops subsp. heliophila (Mack.) Crins
- Common Name: Sun Sedge
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
- Synonyms: Carex inops L.H. Bailey subsp. heliophila (Mack.) Crins
Distribution and Habitat
- Carex inops subsp. inops is limited to the west coast from British Columbia to California.
- Carex inops subsp. heliophila is more widespread.
- Often found in open sandy prairies.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Grass-like perennial.
- Leaves are 1-3 mm wide.
- Perigynia are globose, 1.7 - 2.2 mm wide, with beaks up to 1.3 mm long.
- Forms loosely clumped structures.
- Some varieties have bright, unusual, or variegated foliage.
- Can form dense tussocks of narrow, bronze-brown leaves.
- Some varieties grow 8-10 inches tall with arching thread-like foliage.
- Other varieties can reach tufts of up to 36 inches.
Cultivation
- Prefers full sun or partial shade. Cool zones should plant in sun, while warmer locations will find better production if the plant is in shade.
- Tolerates any well-drained soil.
- Frost hardy.
- Requires average watering.
Quirky Facts
- "Here Comes The Sun" Sedge mats are traditionally made by women of the Kandon Province in Cambodia.