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