Carex sp.
Sedge, Sedge
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Family: Cyperaceae · Type: Perennial · Variable; species dependent
Carex sp. (Sedge) is a non-native California perennial in the Cyperaceae family.
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
Is Carex sp. native to California?
No. Carex sp. is not native to California (recorded as variable; species dependent).
What plant family does Carex sp. belong to?
Carex sp. is in the Cyperaceae family, genus Carex.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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