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dotted sedge

Carex punctata

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (5 countries) and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇭🇷 Croatia 🇦🇺 Australia

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Carex punctata (dotted sedge)

Names in Other Languages

French laîche ponctuée

German Punktierte 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 dotted sedge?

The scientific name of dotted sedge is Carex punctata. It belongs to the genus Carex.

What is the conservation status of dotted sedge?

dotted sedge (Carex punctata) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does dotted sedge live?

dotted sedge is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Croatia, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does dotted sedge belong to?

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

What kingdom does dotted sedge belong to?

dotted sedge (Carex punctata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of dotted sedge?

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