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Distant sedge

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 (पादप)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Carex distans (Distant sedge)

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 Distant sedge?

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

What is the conservation status of Distant sedge?

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

Where does Distant sedge live?

Distant sedge 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 Distant sedge belong to?

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

What kingdom does Distant sedge belong to?

Distant sedge (Carex distans) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (पादप).

What are the closest relatives of Distant sedge?

The closest relatives of Distant sedge in the genus Carex include Alaska Large Awn Sedge, Alpine Sedge, alpine sedge, American Fox Sedge, Analogue sedge.