Louisiana sedge

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Carex louisianica

Louisiana sedge, a reference photo
Photo: Mason Brock (Masebrock) · Public domain

Carex louisianica, commonly called Louisiana sedge, is a species of flowering plant in the sedge family. It is native to North America, where it is primarily found in the southeastern United States. Its natural habitat is wet, swampy forests and openings.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Louisiana sedge being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Plantae
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Order
Poales
Family
Cyperaceae
Genus
Carex
Species
Carex louisianica

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