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Carex macrocephala

Family: Cyperaceae


What it is like

A sedge. These grow in clumps and have grass like leaves and solid stalks.

There are about 2000 Carex species. There are 200 species in tropical America. It is used in medicine.


Where it is found

It grows in sandy coastal areas.

Countries/locations it is found in

Alaska, Asia, China, Japan, North America, USA


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Root, seeds


How it is grown


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