Phyllaries ± expanded distal to stalks, bodies mostly orbiculate to depressed-elliptic (1–2 × 1.5–3.5 mm distal to widest point), apices rounded, with little or no flare 1 mm from tip. 2n = 8(+ 0–2 B).

Flowering spring–fall. Wooded areas, river bottoms, roadsides; 200–600 m; Tex.