Sitka Sedge (Carex aquatilis v. dives [C. sitchensis]): Bundle of 5
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Sitka Sedge (Carex aquatilis v. dives [C. sitchensis]): Bundle of 5

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Bundle of 5.

Sitka Sedge is a robust, grass-like plant of wet meadows, marshes, and coastal areas, characterized by its sharply triangular stems, narrow leaves, and dense clumps that help stabilize soil in moist environments.

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Description

Bundle of 5

At a Glance: Often forming tall, dense stands that are an important part of prime waterfowl habitat in wet meadows & streamside areas; stems are reddish brown at base with conspicuous old leaves. 15-60” tall.

Leaves: flat w/margins rolled under and 3-10mm wide.

Flowers: erect or drooping on slender stalks; Inflorescence: long, cylindrical spikes; 1-4 erect, male, terminal spikes, lower 3-5 spikes female or w/male flowers at top.

Growing Conditions:

Sun/Shade Tolerance Hydrology Elevation Range
Full sun 80%-100%

Most sun 60%-80%

Part sun/shade 40%-60%

 Wet

Moist

 Low-high elevations

Mid elevations

High elevations

 

References:

MacKinnon, A., Pojar, J., & Alaback, P. B. (1994). Plants of the Pacific Northwest coast: Washington, Oregon, British Columbia & Alaska. Richmond, Wash: Lone Pine Publishing.

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