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(Carex subbracteata)
Smallbract Sedge (Carex subbracteata)
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Summary
Carex subbracteata, commonly known as Smallbract Sedge, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to California. It is a sedge that forms dense clumps and typically grows to a height of 10-30 cm. The plant features narrow, grass-like leaves and inconspicuous greenish-brown flowers that appear in late spring to early summer. The flowers are not showy, but the plant is valued for its ability to thrive in wet conditions and its use in habitat restoration and erosion control.
Smallbract Sedge is appreciated for its low maintenance and ability to stabilize soil in wetland areas. It is commonly used in rain gardens, bioswales, and as a ground cover in moist, shaded areas. It prefers consistently moist to wet soils and can tolerate a range of light conditions from full sun to partial shade. While it does not have notable diseases, it can become invasive if not managed properly in garden settings.CC BY-SA 4.0
Smallbract Sedge is appreciated for its low maintenance and ability to stabilize soil in wetland areas. It is commonly used in rain gardens, bioswales, and as a ground cover in moist, shaded areas. It prefers consistently moist to wet soils and can tolerate a range of light conditions from full sun to partial shade. While it does not have notable diseases, it can become invasive if not managed properly in garden settings.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Grass
- Height: 1.5-3 feet
- Width: 1.5-2.5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
wet conditions
Other Names
Common Names: Santa Lucia Sedge
Scientific Names: , Carex subbracteata,
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