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Description
Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii, also known as Billings’ Sedge, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Cyperaceae family. It has a clumping growth habit and can reach up to 2 feet tall and 2 feet wide. This plant is native to North America and is commonly found in the eastern United States.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain| Kingdom| Phylum| Class| Order| Family| Genus||————|————|————|————|————|————|————|| Eukaryota| Plantae| Tracheophyta | Liliopsida | Poales| Cyperaceae | Carex|
Appearance
The blades of Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii are green and textured, with a width of about 1/4 inch. The stems are triangular and are topped by small, round flowers that are light green in color. The flowers bloom in late spring to early summer and give way to seed heads that are brown in color. This plant is a great choice for garden borders, rock gardens, and woodland gardens.
Care Guide
Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial shade to full shade. It can tolerate some sun, but too much can cause the leaves to scorch. This plant prefers regular watering, especially during periods of drought. Fertilization is not necessary but can be done in the spring. This plant is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii is generally not prone to pests or diseases. However, it may be susceptible to leaf spot, rust, and smut. These can be treated with a fungicide if necessary.
Habitat
Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii is native to North America and is commonly found in the eastern United States. It grows in moist, wooded areas, and along streams and rivers.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii a good choice for a rock garden?
A: Yes, Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii is a great choice for a rock garden because of its clumping growth habit and textured leaves.
Q: How often should I water Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii?
A: Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii prefers regular watering, especially during periods of drought. Watering once a week should be sufficient in most cases.
Q: Does Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii need fertilizer?
A: Fertilization is not necessary for Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii, but it can be done in the spring if desired.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii?
A: Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Related Plants
– Carex albicans- Carex appalachica- Carex aurea- Carex cherokeensis- Carex crinita
References
– “Carex trisperma var. billingsii.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=288102.- “Carex Trisperma Var. Billingsii.” Plant Finder, www.monrovia.com/plant-catalog/plants/4004/billings-sedge/.- “Billings’ Sedge.” Plant Database, plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=catrb.
