Carex retroflexa
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Clade: | Commelinids |
| Order: | Poales |
| Family: | Cyperaceae |
| Genus: | Carex |
| Species: | C. retroflexa |
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Carex retroflexa, the reflexed sedge, is a species of flowering plant in the family Cyperaceae.[2] It is native to southern Ontario, and the central and eastern United States[1] A perennial reaching 30 cm (12 in), it is tolerant of wet and dry soils and has moderate drought resistance.[2][3] Preferring part shade but able to tolerate full sun, it is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9, and is recommended as a lawn grass alternative.[3]
References
[edit]- 1 2 "Carex retroflexa Muhl. ex Willd". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 20 August 2026.
- 1 2 "Carex retroflexa Muhl. ex Willd. Reflexed Sedge". Plant Database. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. 2026. Retrieved 20 August 2026.
- 1 2 "Carex retroflexa". Plant Finder. Missouri Botanical Garden. 2026. Retrieved 20 August 2026.
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