Carex rostrata var. ambigens

Carex rostrata var. ambigens

Native to:
Canada | NB, QC

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Cyperaceae
Genus:
Carex
Species:
Carex rostrata var. ambigens

Growth Characteristics

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

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
waterfowl, wetland birds, small mammals
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–90 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate best with consistent moisture and cool temperatures. Light aids germination. May be erratic without cold stratification.

Source: Claude claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 Batch