Spruce Muskeg Sedge

Description

Carex bigelowii is a species of sedge known by the common names Bigelow's sedge and stiff sedge. It has an Arctic�alpine distribution in Eurasia and North America, and Carex bigelowii produces 3-angled stems up to 50 centimetres 1.6 ft tall, growing in a tuft or singly. The leaves are stiff and dark green, and the leaves of previous seasons may remain on the plant. The inflorescence is accompanied by a short bract. The inflorescence has 1�3 black pistillate spikes under 1�2 staminate spikes The plant usually reproduces vegetatively, sprouting tillers from its rhizome. It also spreads via stolons.It has a thick root network that allows it to form a turf, and the roots may grow 80 cm 2.6 ftdeep in the soil.The plant sometimes reproduces sexually, producing seeds, which can remain viable for 200 years.grows up to 50 centimetres 20 in tall in a variety of habitats.