Carex nardina
nard sedge
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Family: Cyperaceae · Type: Grass
Conservation status: CNPS 2B.2
Carex nardina (nard sedge) is a California grass in the Cyperaceae family.
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Identification and appearance
Key characters: Differentiators are not available at this time.
Conservation status
CNPS 2B.2
How to tell it apart
vs Juncus: Carex stems are triangular when rolled; Juncus stems are round and often hollow with partitions inside.; vs Cyperus: Carex has seeds in individual flasks; Cyperus has umbrella-like flower clusters with flattened ribbon-like spikes.; vs Plantago: Carex has triangular stems and brown/green spikelets; Plantago has round flower stalks and white/brown spike flowers.; vs Eleocharis: Carex has leaves along the stem; Eleocharis is nearly leafless with just one spikelet per stem.; vs Schoenoplectus: Carex has leafy stems and flask-enclosed seeds; Schoenoplectus has leafless round stems with exposed seeds.
Frequently asked questions
What plant family does Carex nardina belong to?
Carex nardina is in the Cyperaceae family, genus Carex.
Is Carex nardina rare or endangered?
Carex nardina carries California Rare Plant Rank 2B.2, state rank S1.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: CDFW CNDDB
Last updated 2026-10-07
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