Carex divulsa, commonly known as Grey Sedge, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to a wide range of habitats including meadows, open woodlands, and grassy slopes in Macaronesia, Europe, northwest Africa, the Caucasus, and the Middle East. It has been introduced to other regions such as northeast Argentina and various parts of the United States, where it often occupies moist to wet areas. Grey Sedge typically grows to a height of 12-24 inches (30-60 cm) and forms dense, tufted clumps with narrow, arching, green to glaucous leaves. The inconspicuous greenish-brown flowers appear in spring and are followed by small, brown seed capsules.

Grey Sedge is valued for its ability to form a dense ground cover, which makes it effective for erosion control and for use in rain gardens or along stream banks. It is also used in landscaping for its texture and adaptability to various soil conditions. This sedge prefers partial to full sun exposure and can tolerate a range of soil types, from clay to sandy loams, provided they are well-drained. It is generally low maintenance but can spread if not managed, potentially becoming invasive in some areas. Grey Sedge is also used in habitat restoration projects and as a lawn alternative in low-traffic areas.CC BY-SA 4.0