Carex retroflexa

Carex retroflexa
In Kentucky
Botanical illustration
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Embryophytes
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Clade: Commelinids
Order: Poales
Family: Cyperaceae
Genus: Carex
Species:
C. retroflexa
Binomial name
Carex retroflexa
Synonyms[1]
  • Carex rosea var. retroflexa (Muhl. ex Willd.) Torr.
  • Diemisa retroflexa (Muhl. ex Willd.) Raf.
  • Vignea retroflexa (Muhl. ex Willd.) Rchb.

Carex retroflexa, the reflexed sedge, is a species of flowering plant in the family Cyperaceae.[2] It is native to southern Ontario, and the central and eastern United States[1] A perennial reaching 30 cm (12 in), it is tolerant of wet and dry soils and has moderate drought resistance.[2][3] Preferring part shade to full sun, it is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9, and is recommended as a lawn grass alternative.[3]

References

  1. 1 2 "Carex retroflexa Muhl. ex Willd". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 20 August 2026.
  2. 1 2 "Carex retroflexa Muhl. ex Willd. Reflexed Sedge". Plant Database. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. 2026. Retrieved 20 August 2026.
  3. 1 2 "Carex retroflexa". Plant Finder. Missouri Botanical Garden. 2026. Retrieved 20 August 2026.
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