Orange New Zealand Sedge

Carex testacea

Cyperaceae · grass grasslike · introduced

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Orange New Zealand sedge (Carex testacea, Cyperaceae) is an ornamental grass-like perennial from New Zealand, valued for its colorful foliage that provides both summer and winter interest. It is widely available in the commercial nursery trade.

Detailed cultural requirements, hardiness zones, pest and disease associations, and full growth data have not been documented in the profile. The cultivar 'Prairie Fire' is the primary selection in the trade. The profile is a stub awaiting enrichment.

Quick Facts

Origin
New Zealand
Cultivars (1)
'Prairie Fire'
Data Maturity
Baseline Extension data. Expert review underway.