How to identify Striped weeping sedge (Carex oshimensis)
Striped weeping sedge exhibits a striking foliage display with its leaves featuring dark green margins that transition into a broad cream white to yellow center, giving it a variegated appearance. Its leaves form tufts that can serve effectively as ground cover, spreading out but not invasively. Striped weeping sedge is versatile and can thrive as a potted plant indoors or used to accentuate water garden settings due to its tolerance of damp conditions. The vibrant contrast of its leaves makes it a standout among other plants in a garden setting.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Herb
Leaf Type: Evergreen
Linear leaves with dark green margins and cream white to yellow center.
Leaves are up to 18 inches (45 cm) long and 0.25-0.5 inches (0.6-1.3 cm) wide.
Parallel veined leaves with smooth texture and subtle sheen.
Leaves form tufts for effective ground cover without invasive spreading.
Versatile plant suitable for both indoor potted settings and water gardens.
Striped weeping sedge leaves are linear and arching, measuring about 0.25-0.5 inches (0.6-1.3 cm) in width and up to 18 inches (45 cm) in length. They exhibit striking variegation with dark green margins framing a broad central stripe that ranges from cream white to cream yellow. The texture is smooth with a subtle sheen, and the leaf veins are parallel, typical of monocots. The striking color contrast and linear form make the leaves a standout feature of this plant.
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Scientific Classification of Striped weeping sedge
