Carex texensis
Texas Sedge
Also known as: Carex retroflexa var. texensis (Torr. ex L.H.Bailey) Fernald +3 more
- Carex retroflexa var. texensis (Torr. ex L.H.Bailey) Fernald
- Carex retroflexa var. texensis (Torr. ex L.H.Bailey) Kük.
- Carex rosea var. texensis Torr. ex L.H.Bailey
- Carex rosea var. texensis Torr., 1836
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cyperaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.
Find Reference Images
Google-powered external web search for Carex texensis
Originating in North America, Carex texensis (commonly known as Texas sedge) is a sedge belonging to the Cyperaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Sedge
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
North-Central U.S.A., South-Central U.S.A., Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
California, New Jersey, New York, Ohio