About Carex comosa Boott
Carex comosa Boott is a species of sedge with two common names: longhair sedge and bristly sedge. This plant is native to North America, occurring in both western and eastern regions of Canada and the United States, as well as in parts of Mexico. It grows best in loamy or sandy soil, and can be found in meadows, along lake shores and river banks, and in many types of wetlands. Unlike most common sedge species, Carex comosa tolerates deeper water, so it is a good choice for planting in retention basins. This sedge grows in clumps of triangular stems that reach up to 100 to 120 centimeters tall, growing from short rhizomes. Its inflorescence can grow up to 35 centimeters long, and bears a long bract that is longer than the plant's spikes. The inflorescence itself is made up of a cluster of several cylindrical spikes. The scales that cover the plant's fruits taper into long, thin awns.
