Forest sedge (Carex dissita)

Common name: Forest sedge

Carex dissita is a shade-tolerant sedge suited to forest understorey and riparian planting, ideal for damp and sheltered environments.

Purei is a robust wetland sedge suited to stormwater treatment areas, wetland edges, and low-lying riparian planting.

Availability

Eco-sourced native plants are available for project-scale planting and grow-to-order programmes. Contact us to discuss plant supply.

Suitable for

Forest understorey

Riparian margins

Damp, shaded areas

Characteristics

Height: up to 40–80cm

Form: soft, arching clumps

Habitat: lowland forest, stream edges, and damp sites

Light: partial shade to full shade

Frost tolerance: moderate

Restoration uses

Understorey planting in forest restoration

Riparian planting

Groundcover in shaded areas

Biodiversity enhancement