Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cyperaceae

Genus:

Carex

Species:

Carex ursina

USDA Symbol:

CAUR

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

15 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

small mammals, waterfowl

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers cold, arctic-alpine environments

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Requires light for germination. Seeds germinate best at cool temperatures typical of arctic conditions.