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Blue Sedge

Carex flacca

Least Concern

About

The Blue Sedge (Carex flacca) is a species in the genus Carex. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

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, New Zealand).

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (被子植物門)

Species

Carex flacca (Blue Sedge)

Names in Other Languages

French laîche glauque

German Schlaffe Segge

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blue Sedge?

The scientific name of Blue Sedge is Carex flacca. It belongs to the genus Carex.

What is the conservation status of Blue Sedge?

Blue Sedge (Carex flacca) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Blue Sedge live?

Blue Sedge is found in Widely distributed across Europe (7 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does Blue Sedge belong to?

Blue Sedge (Carex flacca) belongs to the genus Carex, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyperaceae.

Is Blue Sedge endangered?

No, Blue Sedge (Carex flacca) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Blue Sedge belong to?

Blue Sedge (Carex flacca) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Blue Sedge?

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