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Habitat:
Dry mesic woodland, prairie.
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Species Description:
Grass-like perennial herb
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Early April to late June.
Fruiting Period: Early May to late July.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
Sedge with culms of widely varying lengths; spikes below the ends of the leaves and somewhat concealed. Perigynia is beaked with well developed teeth at the orafice.
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Management:
Woody plant invasion may need to be controlled using periodic prescribed fire, mowing or other means. Timber removal may be beneficial. Hand removal of trees in the vicinity is needed to maintain the open character of the habitat for this species. Exotic pest plants are a threat to this species.
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Global Range:
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Known Kentucky Occurrences:
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