Carex nivalis

Carex nivalis

Native to:
Afghanistan | China | India | Kirgizstan | Nepal | Pakistan | Uzbekistan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Cyperaceae
Genus:
Carex
Species:
Carex nivalis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte , Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold moist stratification for 60-90 days to break dormancy.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash