Carex Filicina (Carex Filicina) is a perennial grass in the Cyperaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Carex filicina is a perennial sedge species native to China and tropical Asia, known for its tufted growth and adaptability to seasonally dry tropical biomes.

Carex Filicina

Carex Filicina

Carex Filicina

Carex filicina is a perennial sedge species native to China and tropical Asia, known for its tufted growth and adaptability to seasonally dry tropical biomes.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Carex Filicina

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Carex