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Machaerina Tenax

Description Machaerina Tenax, commonly known as hardy sedge or mat sedge, is a hardy plant that belongs to the Cyperaceae family. This perennial plant is native to the western coast of North America and can be found growing in wetlands, swamps, and marshes. Machaerina Tenax is often used in wetland restoration projects and is a popular plant for water gardens.…
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Carex Hordeistichos

Description Carex Hordeistichos, commonly known as bottlebrush sedge, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Cyperaceae family. It is native to North America and can grow up to 3 feet tall. The plant features thin, arching leaves that are green in color and grow up to 18 inches long. Bottlebrush sedge produces dense spikes of flowers that resemble a…
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Cyperus Rotundus

Description Cyperus Rotundus, commonly known as nutgrass or coco grass, is a perennial sedge plant that belongs to the family Cyperaceae. It is native to Africa, but now can be found in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. The plant has a long and extensive history of medicinal use in traditional medicine. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class…
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Carex Digitata

Description Carex Digitata, also known as fingered sedge, is a perennial sedge plant that is native to North America and Europe. It is a member of the Carex family, which consists of over 2,000 species of plants. Carex Digitata is a clumping plant that grows up to 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide. It has thin, triangular leaves that…
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Carex Mertensii

If you’re looking for an attractive and hardy plant to add to your garden, Carex mertensii may be just what you need. This sedge plant is native to many areas of North America and is known for its appealing appearance and ease of care. Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast or just starting out, this guide will provide you with all…
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Carex Inopinata

Description Carex Inopinata is a species of sedge plant that is native to southwestern Montana and central Idaho in the United States. It is a perennial plant that grows in wet meadows, streambanks, and other moist habitats. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Liliopsida Order Poales Family Cyperaceae Genus Carex Appearance Carex Inopinata has thin, spiky leaves…
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Carex Auceps

Description Carex Auceps, commonly known as the Sedge Plant, is an ornamental grass-like perennial plant that belongs to the Cyperaceae family. This plant is native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It has a clumping habit and can grow up to 45 cm tall and 30 cm wide. The plant produces narrow, green leaves that are typically 20-30…
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Carex Ornithopoda

Description Carex Ornithopoda, commonly known as Bird’s Foot Sedge, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the family Cyperaceae. It is native to Europe and Asia and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens. The plant has a clumping habit and grows up to 60 cm in height. Its leaves are long and narrow, with a bluish-green…
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Carex Laxiflora

Description Carex Laxiflora, commonly known as the Sedge Plant, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Cyperaceae family. It is native to North America and can grow up to 2-3 feet tall. The plant has a clumping growth habit and produces long, narrow leaves that are light green in color. It is commonly used for erosion control and to…
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Carex Flaccosperma

Description Carex Flaccosperma, commonly known as Blue Wood Sedge, is a perennial sedge plant that belongs to the Cyperaceae family. This plant is native to eastern North America and can be found in wet forests, bogs, and swamps.The Blue Wood Sedge can grow up to 2 feet tall and has narrow leaves that are blue-green in color. The plant blooms…
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