Carex cherokeensis
About
Carex cherokeensis, commonly called Cherokee sedge, is a species of flowering plant in the sedge family (Cyperaceae). It is native to the United States where it is found in the Southeast. Its natural habitat is in high-nutrient, often calcareous soil, in bottomland forests, mesic forests, and wet meadows.
- Family
- Cyperaceae
How to use it
Cherokee sedge can be used in landscaping to help stabilize soil in wet areas, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens or along stream banks. Its ability to thrive in nutrient-rich soils also makes it beneficial for supporting local wildlife and enhancing biodiversity in garden settings.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Carex cherokeensis
- Slug
- carex-cherokeensis
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Cyperaceae
- Genus
- Carex
- Species
- cherokeensis
- Wikidata QID
- Q2938435
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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