Gray's Sedge (Carex grayi)
Also known as: Common bur sedge, Asa gray's sadge
The genus name Carex, derived from Latin, means "cutter," reflecting the sharpness of the plant's leaves and stem edges, which can cause cuts. The specific epithet "grayi" honors Asa Gray, the noted American botanist who authored "Gray's Manual of Botany." This species is native to North America.
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Attributes of Gray's Sedge
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Height
61 cm to 91 cm
Spread
60 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 8 cm
Flower Color
Green Brown
Images of Gray's Sedge
Quickly Identify Gray's Sedge
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Distinctive spiky, pale-green seed heads resembling medieval maces.
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Robust foliage reaching heights of 2-3 feet (60-90 cm).
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Inconspicuous flowers in dense, star-like inflorescences.
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Greenish-yellow to brown seed heads shaped like spiked clubs.
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Fruit measuring 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) in length.
Scientific Classification of Gray's Sedge
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Poales
Family
Sedge
Genus
True sedges
Species
Gray's Sedge
