Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cyperaceae

Genus:

Carex

Species:

Carex flaccida

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Geophyte , Forb/herb

Height:

90 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

waterfowl, songbirds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouting sedge that tolerates periodic fire in wet prairies and marshes. Fire helps reduce woody encroachment in wetland habitats.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–45 days

Notes:

Seeds require light for germination. Sow on surface and keep consistently moist to wet.

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