THIS IS A DRAFT
The species account below is an early version, drafted around 2003. It has been provided here to aid understanding, but please be aware it may not fully tally with the up-to-date map and statistics shown below.
Carex riparia
Great Pond-sedge
Species Details
Great Pond-sedge is a rhizomatous native perennial that forms stands on the margins of ponds, canals and streams, but can also grow in wet woods. Although virtually absent from the South West and Dark Peak, it occurs occasionally elsewhere from Thornbridge Meadows (SK1970) in the north to Drakelow Power Station (SK2219) and the River Mease (SK2711) in the south.