Carex pairae — an easy houseplant, prefers partial sun light
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Carex pairae

Carex Pairae

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Carex pairae is a species of perennial grass in the family Cyperaceae (sedges). They have a self-supporting growth form and simple, broad leaves. Individuals can grow to 0.21 m tall.

A note from PlantMom

Pricky sedge has good resistance to disease and is generally not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs little watering, and larger plants usually do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. Pricky sedget is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not call for much prior care experience.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Carex Pairae.

Light

Pricky sedge naturally occurs in habitats such as forest understories or rocky locations, where it is exposed to natural shade. It favors partial sun but can tolerate full sun or complete shade, illustrating its hardy and adaptable character.

Temperature

Pricky sedge can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but its distribution may still be constrained by different combinations of moisture and heat. It performs best in warm summer climates with sufficient rainfall or watering. Extended stretches of cloudy, rainy weather or prolonged high temperatures can raise the risk of Pricky sedge dying. In winter, appropriate protection from the cold can boost the plant's survival chances.

Fertilizer

Pricky sedge needs extra nutrients to encourage healthy new growth. In spring, placing compost around the plant's base will effectively supply the nourishment it requires. Fertilizing helps support vigorous growth and enables the plant to better resist diseases and pests.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Grass
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Carex
Family
Cyperaceae
Hardiness Zone
4-9
Mature Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Size
0.20 cm to 0.51 cm
Bloom Time
Mid spring, Late spring
Planting Time
Spring
Harvest Time
Early summer, Mid summer
Native Area
Germany, Tunisia, Austria, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Algeria, Hungary, Morocco, Belgium, France
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Small-fruited Prickly-sedge en Prickly sedge en Pricky Sedge
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ALSO IN THE LIBRARY

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