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Hudson Bay Sedge

Carex heleonastes

Near Threatened

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Canada, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (พืช)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Carex heleonastes (Hudson Bay Sedge)

Names in Other Languages

French Carex des tourbières

German Schlenken-Segge

Similar Species in Carex

Alaska Large Awn Sedge

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hudson Bay Sedge?

The scientific name of Hudson Bay Sedge is Carex heleonastes. It belongs to the genus Carex.

What is the conservation status of Hudson Bay Sedge?

Hudson Bay Sedge (Carex heleonastes) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Hudson Bay Sedge live?

Hudson Bay Sedge is found in Distributed across Canada, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Canada, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Hudson Bay Sedge belong to?

Hudson Bay Sedge (Carex heleonastes) belongs to the genus Carex, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyperaceae.

What kingdom does Hudson Bay Sedge belong to?

Hudson Bay Sedge (Carex heleonastes) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of Hudson Bay Sedge?

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