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Short-Leaved Sedge

Carex disperma

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (4 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇫🇮 Finland 🇫🇷 France 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Süßgrasartige)

Species

Carex disperma (Short-Leaved Sedge)

Names in Other Languages

French carex disperme

Similar Species in Carex

Behaartfrüchtige Segge

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Short-Leaved Sedge?

The scientific name of Short-Leaved Sedge is Carex disperma. It belongs to the genus Carex.

What is the conservation status of Short-Leaved Sedge?

Short-Leaved Sedge (Carex disperma) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Short-Leaved Sedge live?

Short-Leaved Sedge is found in Found across Europe (4 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Canada, Finland, France, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Short-Leaved Sedge belong to?

Short-Leaved Sedge (Carex disperma) belongs to the genus Carex, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyperaceae.

What kingdom does Short-Leaved Sedge belong to?

Short-Leaved Sedge (Carex disperma) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Short-Leaved Sedge?

The closest relatives of Short-Leaved Sedge in the genus Carex include Bebb-Segge, Behaarte Segge, Behaartfrüchtige Segge, Berg-Segge, Blasen-Segge.