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Carex fissuricola

Canyon Sedge, Cleft Sedge
Also known as: Carex ablata var. luzuliformis L.H.Bailey +2 more
  • Carex ablata var. luzuliformis L.H.Bailey
  • Carex luzulifolia f. luzuliformis (L.H.Bailey) Kük., 1909
  • Carex luzulifolia var. luzuliformis (L.H.Bailey) Kük.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Cyperaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.

Carex fissuricola (commonly known as Canyon Sedge or Cleft Sedge) is a sedge belonging to the Cyperaceae family. Originating in North America, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is part of the broad Carex genus, encompassing over 2300 species globally.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Sedge
Plant Type
Bulb

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northwestern U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah

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