Bloom: late spring
Habitats: along shaded slopes; calcareous outcrops; dry, rocky forests; limestone bluffs; openings with dry prairies or savannas, especially on rocky soils; rocky ledges
Lifespan: perennial
Moisture: mesic to dry
Plant type (height): sedge (6 to 12 inches)
Requirements: partial sun to full shade
Soil: rocky material; sandy