Small-winged sedge

Small-winged sedge

Carex microptera

Cool season, bunched, native perennial grasslike. Occurs in wet meadows, saturated soils and streambanks from 5,000-10,000 ft. in elevation. Slow to establish. Low forage value and intolerant of shade. Accumulates lead in its foliage when seeded in soils with high heavy-metal concentrations, such as mine tailings. Use for riparian restoration and reclamation. 

Growing Region
  • Pacific Northwest, Intermountain West

Species Attributes

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