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Separated sedge

Carex divisa

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 5 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Australia, Belgium, Portugal, South Africa, and United States. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇺🇸 United States 🇦🇺 Australia

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (bitki)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Carex divisa (Separated sedge)

Names in Other Languages

French laîche divisée

German Geteilte Segge

Arabic Sard

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Separated sedge?

The scientific name of Separated sedge is Carex divisa. It belongs to the genus Carex.

What is the conservation status of Separated sedge?

Separated sedge (Carex divisa) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Separated sedge live?

Separated sedge is found in Distributed across Australia, Belgium, Portugal, South Africa, and United States. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Portugal, South Africa, United States.

What family does Separated sedge belong to?

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

Is Separated sedge endangered?

Yes, Separated sedge (Carex divisa) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Separated sedge belong to?

Separated sedge (Carex divisa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

What are the closest relatives of Separated sedge?

The closest relatives of Separated sedge in the genus Carex include Çimen ayakotu, Alpine Sedge, beautiful sedge, Awl-Fruited Sedge, Analogue sedge.