Species of grass-like plant
Carex sheldonii is a species of sedge known by the common name Sheldon's sedge.
Description
Carex sheldonii produces triangular stems up to a meter tall from a network of rhizomes. The narrow, hairy leaves attach to the stems by reddish purple sheaths. The inflorescence is a solid, narrow cluster of flowers up to 50 centimeters long,[1] holding up to 100 developing fruits.
Distribution and habitat
This sedge is native to the Western United States, where it grows in wet areas such as lakeshores and moist meadows.[1]
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