Carex lurida  |
| Family | Cyperaceae |
| Plant Type | sedge |
| Zone | USDA: 3a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2 |
| Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. |
| Height | 45 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 ft) |
| Spread | 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft) |
| Light | full sun to partial shade |
| Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained |
| Soil Type | clay to sandy |
| Soil pH | acidic to alkaline |
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| Description | The foliage is greyish green in colour. |