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alpine sedge

Carex media

Least Concern

About

The Alpine sedge (Carex media) 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. Distributed across Canada, Finland, Norway, and Sweden.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Canada, Finland, Norway, and Sweden.

🇨🇦 Canada 🇫🇮 Finland 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Carex media (alpine sedge)

Names in Other Languages

French carex moyen

Similar Species in Carex

Alaska Large Awn Sedge

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of alpine sedge?

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

What is the conservation status of alpine sedge?

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

Where does alpine sedge live?

alpine sedge is found in Distributed across Canada, Finland, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Canada, Finland, Norway, Sweden.

What family does alpine sedge belong to?

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

Is alpine sedge endangered?

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

What kingdom does alpine sedge belong to?

alpine sedge (Carex media) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of alpine sedge?

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