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spring-sedge

Carex caryophyllea

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (7 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (被子植物門)

Species

Carex caryophyllea (spring-sedge)

Names in Other Languages

French laîche printanière

German Frühlingssegge

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of spring-sedge?

The scientific name of spring-sedge is Carex caryophyllea. It belongs to the genus Carex.

What is the conservation status of spring-sedge?

spring-sedge (Carex caryophyllea) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does spring-sedge live?

spring-sedge is found in Found across Europe (7 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does spring-sedge belong to?

spring-sedge (Carex caryophyllea) belongs to the genus Carex, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyperaceae.

What kingdom does spring-sedge belong to?

spring-sedge (Carex caryophyllea) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of spring-sedge?

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