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Carex microptera Small-winged sedge

Previous scientific name(s): Carex festivella, Carex limnophila, Carex macloviana ssp. festivella, Carex macloviana var. microptera, Carex microp

Cool season native perennial that grows in bunches. Occurs in wet meadows, saturated soils, and streambanks. Slow to establish. Found at 5,000 to 10,000 ft. elevation. Low forage value and intolerant of shade.

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Species Attributes

Height:

1 - 12 in.

Life Form:

Bunchgrass

Native or Introduced:

Native

Season:

Cool

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

5,000 - 10,000 ft.

Precipitation:

10 in. - Wetland adapted

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Average

Moderately Coarse:

Best

Medium:

Average

Moderately Fine:

Marginal

Fine:

Not Adapted

Soil pH
Acidic:

Marginal

Neutral:

Best

Basic:

Marginal

Seeding Rate:

2 - 3 PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

11.90 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

847,000

Germination Time:

Days

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

No

Planting Season:

Spring Fall

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