Splitawn sedge facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Splitawn sedge |
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C. subg. Vignea
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C. sect. Phaestoglochin
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C. tumulicola
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| Carex tumulicola Mack.
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Carex tumulicola, also known as the splitawn sedge or foothill sedge, is a type of plant. It belongs to a group of grass-like plants called sedges. Sedges are part of the Cyperaceae family.
What is Carex tumulicola?
Carex tumulicola is a plant found in western North America. You can see it growing from British Columbia down to California. This sedge can grow up to 2 feet (61 cm) tall and wide. It spreads slowly over time. You will often find it in open fields and forests. It grows in areas below 1,200 metres (3,900 ft) in elevation.
Why People Grow It
People often grow Carex tumulicola in their gardens. It is sold as an ornamental grass because it looks like grass. This plant is great for many types of gardens. It is used in traditional gardens and in natural landscapes. It is also popular for drought-tolerant gardens. These gardens need less water.
Carex tumulicola helps save water in lawns and small garden-meadows. It is a native plant in California. This makes it good for habitat gardens. It also helps with sustainable landscape projects. These projects aim to create healthy environments. It is also used in restoration projects. These projects help bring natural areas back to life.
Similar Plants
Sometimes, plants sold in nurseries are mislabeled. This means they have the wrong name. Carex tumulicola can look very similar to other Carex species. Botanists, who study plants, work to tell these similar plants apart. For example, some experts thought it was like Carex hookeriana. Others believed it was similar to Carex pansa. Scientists keep studying these plants to make sure they are correctly identified.
