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Carex sylvatica

Carex sylvatica

About

Carex sylvatica is a species of sedge found in deciduous woodlands across Europe. It typically reaches 60 cm (24 in) tall, and has an inflorescence made up of 3–5 pendent female spikes and a single male spike. It is also used as a garden plant, and has been introduced to North America and New Zealand.

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How to use it

Carex sylvatica is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens, especially in shaded areas where it can thrive. Its unique appearance adds texture and interest to woodland gardens or naturalized landscapes.

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Ecology

How it lives

Propagated by
Seed
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Name
Carex sylvatica
Slug
carex-sylvatica
Kingdom
Plantae
Family
Cyperaceae
Genus
Carex
Species
sylvatica
Wikidata QID
Q158168
Propagule type
seed
Container suitable
No
Indoor suitable
No
OSSI pledged
No
Hazard level
1
Data completeness
43

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