Eastern Rough Sedge
NameEastern Rough Sedge
Species NameCarex scabrata
Common NameEastern Rough Sedge
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container TypeNot applicable
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Foliage Typegrass-like
Height (cm)20
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityN/A
Is Floweringtrue
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive spiky green inflorescences with developing fruits (perigynia), and rough-textured, linear leaves.
Description
This specimen of Eastern Rough Sedge displays its characteristic rough-textured, linear leaves and distinctive green, spiky inflorescences. The plant is shown in a close-up, highlighting the developing fruits along the stem. It is a common wetland plant, not typically cultivated as a bonsai.
