Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grallatoria
ID:
347870

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 31: 113 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000347202



Common Names

  • Carex grallatoria
  • Grallatoria Sedge
  • Grallatoria Carex


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Description

Carex grallatoria (also called Marsh Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like sedge that grows in tufts and has a slender, erect stem. It is native to North America and typically grows in moist woods, wet meadows, and along streams and lakes.

Uses & Benefits

Carex grallatoria is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a ground cover in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carex grallatoria var. grallatoria
Carex grallatoria var. heteroclita (Franch.) Kük. ex Matsum.
Carex grallatoria var. heteroclita (Franch.) Kük. ex Matsum.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Carex grallatoria has small, yellow-green flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a glossy surface. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carex grallatoria is a perennial species of sedge that is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring or autumn, and the seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent positions in the garden in the spring.

Where to Find Carex grallatoria

Carex grallatoria is native to North America and can be found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and meadows.

Carex grallatoria FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Carex grallatoria?

Carex grallatoria prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

How often should Carex grallatoria be watered?

Carex grallatoria should be watered regularly, especially during dry periods.

How big does Carex grallatoria grow?

Carex grallatoria typically grows to a height of 12-18 inches (30-45 cm).

Species in the Carex genus

Carex abitibiana, Carex aboriginum, Carex abortiva, Carex abrupta, Carex abscondita, Carex acaulis, Carex accrescens, Carex acicularis, Carex acidicola, Carex acocksii, Carex acuta, Carex acutata, Carex acutiformis, Carex adelostoma, Carex adrienii, Carex adusta, Carex aematorrhyncha, Carex aequialta, Carex aestivaliformis, Carex aestivalis, Carex aethiopica, Carex agastachys, Carex agglomerata, Carex aggregata, Carex akitaensis, Carex akiyamana, Carex alajica, Carex alascana, Carex alata, Carex alba, Carex alberti, Carex albicans, Carex albolutescens, Carex albonigra, Carex albula, Carex albursina, Carex algida, Carex allanii, Carex alligata, Carex alliiformis, Carex allivescens, Carex alluvialis, Carex alma, Carex almii, Carex alopecoidea, Carex alopecuroides, Carex alsatica, Carex alsophila, Carex alta, Carex altaica,

Species in the Cyperaceae family

Abildgaardia mexicana, Abildgaardia ovata, Abildgaardia schoenoides, Abildgaardia triflora, Abildgaardia oxystachya, Abildgaardia odontocarpa, Abildgaardia macrantha, Abildgaardia fusiformis, Abildgaardia pachyptera, Actinoschoenus repens, Actinoschoenus yunnanensis, Actinoschoenus aphyllus, Actinoscirpus grossus, Afrotrilepis jaegeri, Afrotrilepis pilosa, Amphiscirpus nevadensis, Arthrostylis aphylla, Arthrostylis planiculmis, Becquerelia clarkei, Becquerelia cymosa, Becquerelia discolor, Becquerelia merkeliana, Becquerelia muricata, Becquerelia tuberculata, Bisboeckelera irrigua, Bisboeckelera longifolia, Bisboeckelera microcephala, Bisboeckelera vinacea, Blysmus compressus, Blysmus mongolicola, Blysmus rufus, Blysmus sinocompressus, Bolboschoenoplectus mariqueter, Bolboschoenus caldwellii, Bolboschoenus capensis, Bolboschoenus fluviatilis, Bolboschoenus glaucus, Bolboschoenus grandispicus, Bolboschoenus laticarpus, Bolboschoenus maritimus, Bolboschoenus medianus, Bolboschoenus nobilis, Bolboschoenus novae-angliae, Bolboschoenus planiculmis, Bolboschoenus robustus, Bolboschoenus schmidii, Bolboschoenus stagnicola, Bolboschoenus yagara, Bolboschoenus koshevnikovii, Bolboschoenus biconcavus,

References

Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:300005-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].