Water
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during warmer months. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
Also known as Bird's-Foot Sedge · Bird-Foot Sedge · Birdsfoot Sedge
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers partial shade to full sun.
60% intensity
Tolerates some shade.
Keep soil consistently moist.
70% intensity
Water more frequently during dry periods.
Prefers well-drained, moist, humus-rich soil. Tolerates a range of soil types.
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures.
50% intensity
Ideal growing range 15-24 °C.
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Feed sparingly in spring.
30% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic to pets and humans.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during warmer months. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
Trim back dead or damaged foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Remove any brown tips to maintain a tidy appearance.
Propagate by division in early spring or by seed sown in autumn. Divisions should be replanted promptly into moist soil.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, moving to a slightly larger pot with fresh potting mix. Ensure good drainage.
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Photos of Carex Ornithopoda (Carex ornithopoda)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification