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Also Known As:

Caricis Rhizoma, Red Sage, Red Wheatgrass, Sand Sedge, Sandriedgraswurzelstock, Sea Sedge. CAUTION: See separate listings for Sarsaparilla, Sage, and Wheatgrass.

Scientific Name:

Carex arenaria. Family: Cyperaceae.

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