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largehead sedge
Scientific Name: Carex macrocephala
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Carex macrocephala: Largehead Sedge
Carex macrocephala, commonly known as largehead sedge or bighead sedge, is a perennial graminoid belonging to the genus Carex.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant has been identified as a sedge.
Considerations for Children
- This plant has been identified as a sedge.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex macrocephala Willd. ex Spreng.
- Common Names: Largehead sedge, Big-head sedge
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
- Genus: Carex L.
Distribution and Habitat
- This sedge is found in coastal habitats.
- A specific observation was recorded at Barview Jetty County Park on the northern coast of Oregon in May 2009.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Carex macrocephala is a perennial plant growing to approximately 0.2 meters (8 inches) in height.
- It is described as a coarse, low, and distinctive sedge.
- Stems can reach 4-12 inches in height.
- The plant is evergreen during spring, summer, autumn, and winter and assumes a green coloring.
- The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.
Ecological Role
- Carex macrocephala is listed as a NJISST Target, suggesting it may be considered invasive in certain regions.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers a page with information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Carex macrocephala.
- The EDDMapS (Early Detection & Distribution Mapping System) at The University of Georgia - Center for Invasive Species provides mapping data.