Douglas' sedge facts for kids
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Carex douglasii is a type of sedge plant. It is commonly known as Douglas' sedge. Sedges are grass-like plants that often grow in wet areas. This plant was named after the botanist David Douglas.
Where Douglas' Sedge Grows
Douglas' sedge is found in many parts of western North America. This includes the western provinces of Canada, the western United States, and Baja California in Mexico.
It can grow in many different places. You might find it in dry areas, wet areas, or places that are sometimes wet and sometimes dry. It grows in prairies, grasslands, and even marshes. Douglas' sedge can also grow well in sandy soil and soil that is a bit salty or alkaline.
What Douglas' Sedge Looks Like
Carex douglasii is a sedge that grows triangular stems. These stems can reach up to about 40 centimeters (about 16 inches) tall. They grow from thin underground stems called rhizomes.
The leaves of this plant are thick but narrow. Sometimes, they might even be rolled up. The female flowers of the plant are quite special. They have long, sticky parts called stigmas that stick out. These stigmas can get tangled together, forming a wide, interesting mass.
