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blunt sedge

Carex obtusata

Vulnerable

About

The Blunt sedge (Carex obtusata) is a species in the genus Carex. It is currently classified as Vulnerable 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 Canada, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇨🇦 Canada

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (พืช)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Carex obtusata (blunt sedge)

Names in Other Languages

French carex à fruits obtus

German Stumpfe Segge

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of blunt sedge?

The scientific name of blunt sedge is Carex obtusata. It belongs to the genus Carex.

What is the conservation status of blunt sedge?

blunt sedge (Carex obtusata) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does blunt sedge live?

blunt sedge is found in Distributed across Canada, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Canada, Norway, Sweden.

What family does blunt sedge belong to?

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

Is blunt sedge endangered?

Yes, blunt sedge (Carex obtusata) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does blunt sedge belong to?

blunt sedge (Carex obtusata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of blunt sedge?

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