Family: Cyperaceae

Scientific Name: Carex muskingumensis Oehme

Common Name: Variegated Palm Sedge

DescriptionResembles a small palm tree with a clear yellow border around the leaves.
Pronunciation(KAIR-ex)(mus-king-goo-MEN-sis)
Plant TypeAll Plants, Grass Ornamental
Hardiness Zone4-8
Sunlightsun, part sun
Moistureprefers moist tolerates average
Soil & Siteaverage to moist
LeavesLeaves emerge yellow developing vivid stripes.
Dimensions2.5 feet tall
Native SiteNorth American Native
Cultivar OriginFound by Wolfgang Oehme as a sport of the species plant in his garden. Introduced in 1994
Notes & Reference#222-The Encyclopedia of Grasses for Livable Landscapes (Rick Darke), Plant Delight Nursery web site
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