Carex laxiculmis explained

Carex laxiculmis, the creeping sedge, is a species of flowering plant in the family Cyperaceae, native to Ontario, Canada, and the central and eastern United States.^[1] As with most species of sedge, it prefers to grow in shady, wet areas.^[2] Its cultivar 'Hobb', sold under the trade designation, is available from commercial nurseries.^{[3] [4]}

Subtaxa

The following varieties are currently accepted:^[1]

• Carex laxiculmis var. copulata (L.H.Bailey) Fernald – central part of range, and Minnesota, and introduced to New York
• Carex laxiculmis var. laxiculmis – entire range, except Minnesota

Notes and References

1. Web site: Carex laxiculmis Schwein. . . 2017 . Plants of the World Online . Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew . 25 August 2021 .
2. Web site: Carex laxiculmis . . Plant Finder . Missouri Botanical Garden . 25 August 2021 .
3. Web site: Carex laxiculmis 'Hobb' BUNNY BLUE . . Plant Finder . Missouri Botanical Garden . 25 August 2021 .
4. Web site: Carex laxiculmis 'Bunny Blue' ^(PBR) . The Royal Horticultural Society . 25 August 2021 .