Plant profile
Carex repens
Carex repens Bellardi
Carex repens is a plant suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, known for its dense green foliage. It thrives in moist soils and can grow in partial shade.
Open-data facts
- Life form
- Life form: rhizomatous geophyte. Survives underground using rhizomes.
- Climate
- Originates from temperate regions, without constant tropical extremes.
- Origin / area
- According to taxonomic sources, it comes from: C. Europe, N. Italy, Romania.
Recommended products for Carex repens
Ecological interactions
Part of the diet of:
Megamelus notula, Struebingianella paryphasma, Forcipata major
Basic care
- Watering
- Water thoroughly, then wait for the surface to dry again.
- Light
- Good filtered brightness; direct sun can scorch leaves.
- Temperature
- Keep off blasting radiators and open cold doors.
- Humidity
- Adapts to typical flat humidity.
Pet toxicity
Still, don’t let pets eat large amounts—any plant can upset a stomach.
Cats: no (typical guidance). Dogs: no (typical guidance).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q12043118) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (2725709) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (301920-1) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0000350640) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- GloBI — species interactions (CC BY)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).