Care stellata
Carex schiedeana
- Native to:
- Mexico
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Cyperaceae
- Genus:
- Carex
- Species:
- Carex schiedeana
- USDA Symbol:
- CAST59
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 40 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- apr,may,jun
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, small mammals
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
- Germination Time:
- 14–45 days
- Notes:
- Seeds benefit from light for germination. Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged during germination period.
ORGHPS Germination Guide: No germination information. Educated guess may be provided. Requires light / surface sow (fine seed).