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cedar sedge
Scientific Name: Carex planostachys
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Cedar Sedge: A Versatile Native Groundcover
Cedar sedge is a charming and useful plant, particularly valued for its ability to thrive in shady conditions. While not a true grass, its grass-like appearance makes it a popular choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance groundcover solutions.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant has hair-like leaves.
Considerations for Children
- The plant has hair-like leaves.
Scientific Name and Common Names
- Scientific Name: Carex planostachys
- Common Name: Cedar Sedge
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
- Group: Monocot
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to areas ranging from Arkansas and Oklahoma south through Texas and eastern Mexico to Guatemala.
- Frequently found growing under cedar (juniper species) trees.
- Also grows in prairies, often in the shade of taller grasses.
- Common in the limestone soils of the South Texas Plains and Edwards Plateau.
- Also known to grow in Cedar glades.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- An upright, almost evergreen perennial.
- Forms clumps rather than a solid turf.
- Features emerald green tufts of hair-like leaves that typically reach about 3 inches in height.
- Petite colonies typically reach 6 to 8 inches tall.
- Has a brownish-black woody base.
- Blooms from March to May with green flowers.
Additional Information
- Sometimes used as a replacement for meadow sedge.