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littleleaf sedge
Scientific Name: Carex luzulifolia
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Carex luzulifolia - Littleleaf Sedge
This page provides information about Carex luzulifolia, commonly known as Littleleaf Sedge. The following sections outline its classification, distribution, and other interesting facts.
Considerations for Pets
- Some sedges have sharp serrated leaves that can easily cut fingers. This suggests a potential for minor cuts or abrasions if pets interact with the plant.
Considerations for Children
- Some sedges have sharp serrated leaves that can easily cut fingers. This suggests a potential for minor cuts or abrasions if children interact with the plant.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex luzulifolia W. Boott
- Common Name: Littleleaf Sedge
- Kingdom: Mentioned as part of Classification
Distribution and Habitat
- Littleleaf sedge inhabits river and lake shores, as well as Atlantic shores and islands.
Morphological Characteristics
- Sedges usually have triangular stems with leaves arranged in groups of three.
- Some Carex species can have stiff, pampas grass-like leaves reaching up to 1 meter in height, topped by 18-inch long flower spikes.
- Leaf sheath color: the leaf sheath has no pink, red or purple tinting.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Caterpillars may be found inside sedge leaves.
Additional Information
- Fertilization: During spring, regular fertilization with a fertilizer rich in nitrogen and potassium is recommended. Specific fertilizers for houseplants or flowering plants can be used.
- Discover Life provides pages about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Carex luzulifolia.