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black alpine sedge

Carex atrata

Least Concern

About

The Black alpine sedge (Carex atrata) 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.

Distributed across Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇮🇸 Iceland

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Carex atrata (black alpine sedge)

Names in Other Languages

French carex noirâtre

German Schwarze Segge

Similar Species in Carex

Alaska Large Awn Sedge

Carex macrochaeta

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of black alpine sedge?

The scientific name of black alpine sedge is Carex atrata. It belongs to the genus Carex.

What is the conservation status of black alpine sedge?

black alpine sedge (Carex atrata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does black alpine sedge live?

black alpine sedge is found in Distributed across Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.. Countries include Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does black alpine sedge belong to?

black alpine sedge (Carex atrata) belongs to the genus Carex, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyperaceae.

Is black alpine sedge endangered?

No, black alpine sedge (Carex atrata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does black alpine sedge belong to?

black alpine sedge (Carex atrata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of black alpine sedge?

The closest relatives of black alpine sedge in the genus Carex include junça-das-areas, Alpine Sedge, beautiful sedge, American Fox Sedge, Analogue sedge.