Carex breviculmis

Short-stem Sedge

Densely tufted sedge spreading from short underground stems. Flowering stems erect, rounded to 3-angled in cross section, from 3-10cm high, shorter than leaves.

Additional information

• FamilyCyperaceae
• StoreyLower storey
• Size10-35 cm x 20-40 cm
• Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
• LeavesDark green leaves to 35 cm x 2-3 mm wide. Sheath yellow-brown, sheath appendage blunt to square.
• Flower colourPale brown with green midrib
• Flowering timeAugust to December
• FlowersFlowerhead narrow to 4 cm long; 2-5 stalkless spikes, 1 per node ; upper spike male; lower spikes female. Leafy bract longer than spikes. Fruit with long hairs, pale green to yellow-brown, style 3-branched. Nut pale yellow.
• Bird attractingNo
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatYes
• Growing conditionsDry to moist soils in grasslands, woodlands and open forests. Full sun, partial to semi shade.
• Garden useExcellent small carex for borders, rockeries, cottage gardens.
• Commercially availableAustralian plant & indigenous nurseries
• Conservation statusLocally common within its preferred growing conditions

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