Carex stipata (Awl-fruited Sedge)
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Plant Description: this clump forming wetland perennial grows in large dense tufts with flat, light yellowish green grass-like leaves. Elongated leaves have a rough texture. Carex stipata’s brownish green flower heads look like bushy fox-tails and are located at the end of a three sided stalk, characteristic of all sedges. The tiny flowers bloom from mid spring to mid summer.
- Height: 2-3 ft
- Width: Roughly 3 ft spread
- Watering needs: Likes wet soil, tolerates standing water up to a depth of 6"
- Sun needs: Sun, light shade
- Soil needs: Moist soil, heavy clay
- Bloom Time: Mid spring to mid summer
- Portland Plant List (Backyard Habitat Certification): Yes
Landscape Use and Ecological Function: thrives in almost any wet soil environment at low elevations such as wetlands, moist meadows, open clearings, swamps, and near lake edges.
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