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Carex exilis
Carex exilis, common name coastal sedge[2] or meager sedge, is a species of grass-like plant in the Cyperaceae family. It is native to North America and Canada, with several disjunct populations from southern Canada to the Gulf Coast.[3] DescriptionCarex exilis is a densely tufted, tussock-forming plant, with stiff, smooth stems reaching 12–80 cm. in height. Leaves number between 2–6 per stem. Inflorescences usually take the form of solitary spikes.[4] Distribution and habitatCarex exilis favours wetland, acidic conditions such as sphagnum bogs, peatlands and fens[5] and other wet, low, open places.[1] Although not classed as a conservation risk by the IUCN across most of its distribution range, it is listed as an endangered species in Connecticut by state authorities.[6] References
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