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Halfa

Carex distans

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Europe (7 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States 🇦🇺 Australia

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (نباتات)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (كاسيات البذور)

Class

Liliopsida (زنبقانية)

Species

Carex distans (Halfa)

Names in Other Languages

French laîche à épis distants

German Entferntährige Segge

Arabic Halfa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Halfa?

The scientific name of Halfa is Carex distans. It belongs to the genus Carex.

What is the conservation status of Halfa?

Halfa (Carex distans) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Halfa live?

Halfa is found in Widely distributed across Europe (7 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Portugal, Russia, Sweden, United States.

What family does Halfa belong to?

Halfa (Carex distans) belongs to the genus Carex, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyperaceae.

What kingdom does Halfa belong to?

Halfa (Carex distans) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (نباتات).

What are the closest relatives of Halfa?

The closest relatives of Halfa in the genus Carex include Sard, Alpine Sedge, American Fox Sedge, Analogue sedge, Arapaho Sedge.