Carex polysticha

Carex polysticha

Native to:
Argentina | Bolivia | Brazil | Colombia | Costa Rica | Dominican Republic | Guatemala | Jamaica | Mexico | Mexico Gulf | Panamá | Paraguay | Peru | Uruguay

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Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte , Forb/herb
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
may,jun

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from light exposure during germination. Fresh seed germinates more readily than stored seed.

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