Carex nigricans
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Carex nigricans

Black alpine sedge

Tier 2 Difficulty: easy Water: low Light: partial_sun
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Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 3–7
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Observations
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Description

Source: wikipedia (CC BY-SA)

Carex nigricans is a species of sedge known by the common name black alpine sedge.

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Partial sun

The dioecious sedge originates from settings like forest understories or rocky regions, where it is accustomed to natural shading. This plant mostly thrives in partial sunlight, however, its resilient and adaptable characteristics enable it to adjust to either full sunlight or complete shade.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 0–32.2°C

Dioecious sedge is able to thrive under a large variety of temperature circumstances, although varying combinations of heat and water conditions may still restrict its spread. The plant flourishes optimally in summer heat accompanied by sufficient rain or irrigation. Lengthy spells of overcast and wet weather, along with extended periods of elevated temperatures, could enhance the chances of Dioecious sedge perishing. During the winter, appropriate protection from cold temperatures can elevate the survival prospects of the plant.

Ideal temperature: 0–32.2°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

Extra nutrients are necessary for the healthy regrowth of the dioecious sedge. Applying compost around the plant's base during the spring can meet its nutritional needs effectively. The act of fertilizing assists in encouraging robust growth and aids the plant in warding off diseases and infestations.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Grass
Life Cycle
Perennial
Hardiness Zone
3-7
Mature Height
10 cm to 30 cm
Mature Spread
5 cm to 15 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Size
0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
Bloom Time
Early spring, Mid spring
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
Late spring, Early summer
Native Area
Sweden, Austria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Armenia, Poland, Croatia, Slovenia, Belarus, Ukraine, Serbia, Russia, Lithuania, Norway, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Denmark, Iceland, Estonia, Finland, France, Ireland, United Kingdom, Romania, Latvia, Netherlands

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Common Names (1)

en Black alpine sedge