Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cyperaceae

Genus:

Carex

Species:

Carex mckittrickensis

USDA Symbol:

CAMC

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

30 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may,jun

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained limestone soils

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to limestone crevices and rocky outcrops

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Germination Time:

30–60 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold, moist stratification for 60-90 days to break dormancy.