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saltmarsh flat-sedge

Blysmus rufus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

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Names in Other Languages

German Rote Quellbinse

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of saltmarsh flat-sedge?
The scientific name of saltmarsh flat-sedge is Blysmus rufus. It belongs to the genus Blysmus.
What is the conservation status of saltmarsh flat-sedge?
saltmarsh flat-sedge (Blysmus rufus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does saltmarsh flat-sedge live?
saltmarsh flat-sedge is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden.
What family does saltmarsh flat-sedge belong to?
saltmarsh flat-sedge (Blysmus rufus) belongs to the genus Blysmus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyperaceae.
Is saltmarsh flat-sedge endangered?
Yes, saltmarsh flat-sedge (Blysmus rufus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does saltmarsh flat-sedge belong to?
saltmarsh flat-sedge (Blysmus rufus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of saltmarsh flat-sedge?
The closest relatives of saltmarsh flat-sedge in the genus Blysmus include broad blysmus.

Native Range — 3 Countries

Genus Blysmus — 2 Species

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broad blysmus
Blysmus compressus
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saltmarsh flat-sedge
Blysmus rufus
VU

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