Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cyperaceae

Genus:

Carex

Species:

Carex flagellifera

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Geophyte , Forb/herb

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

brown, green

Ground Cover:

Yes

Lawn Substitute:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks to break dormancy; sow on surface and keep moist.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash