Carex flagellifera, commonly known as weeping brown sedge or Glen Murray tussock sedge, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Cyperaceae family. It is native to the grasslands and open forests of Tasmania, New Zealand, and the Chatham Islands, where it thrives in moist, well-drained soils. This sedge typically grows to a height and width of 1-2 feet, forming dense clumps of fine, arching foliage. The leaves are often a distinctive bronze-brown color, which adds a unique textural and color contrast in garden settings. The inflorescences are subtle and not particularly showy, but they do contribute to the plant’s overall texture.

Weeping brown sedge is valued for its graceful, weeping habit and its ability to provide year-round interest in the garden. It is used in a variety of settings, including rain gardens, borders, and as a ground cover. The plant is also suitable for container gardening and can be used to stabilize soil in erosion-prone areas. It prefers full sun to part shade and requires consistent moisture, making it ideal for wetter garden spots. The cultivars ’Auburn Cascade’, ’Coca-Cola’, ’Frosted Curls’, ’Kiwi’, ’Rapunzel’, and ’Toffee Twist’ offer variations in foliage color and form, enhancing its ornamental appeal. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to rust and root rot if conditions are too wet.CC BY-SA 4.0