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coastal plain sedge
Scientific Name: Carex crebriflora
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: KY (Coastal Plain sedge)
Coastal Plain Sedge (Carex crebriflora)
Carex crebriflora, commonly known as Coastal Plain Sedge, is a species frequently encountered in wet tundra environments. This sedge plays a significant role in the ecology of coastal plain regions and is often found in association with other wetland plants.
Considerations for Pets
- Sedges, in general, are often found in wet environments, potentially exposing pets to parasites or other waterborne hazards.
Considerations for Children
- Sedges are commonly found in wetland and marsh areas, which may present hazards to children such as deep water, slippery surfaces, and potential for insect bites.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex crebriflora Wiegand
- Common Name: Coastal Plain Sedge
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
Distribution and Habitat
- This species is characteristically found in coastal plain environments, including wet tundra, coastal marshes, and the edges of coastal plain ponds.
- It is particularly prevalent in the Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plains and the Arctic Coastal Plain of northern Alaska.
- Specifically noted occurrences include Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
Ecological Role
- Sedges, including Carex crebriflora, form a crucial component of wetland ecosystems, often dominating waterlogged areas.
- In the Arctic Coastal Plain, sedges constitute a substantial portion of the vegetation, around 22% of the total.
- The text notes the role of sedges in freshwater coastal grass-sedge wetlands, and grass-sedge bogs.
Associated Species and Habitats
- Carex crebriflora is often found alongside other species in coastal plain environments, including:
- Cottongrasses
- Southern waxy sedge (Carex glaucescens)
- Cypress-swamp sedge
- Autumn sedge (Fimbristylis autumnalis)
- It's a common species found in conjunction with grasses in frequently waterlogged areas dominated by these plant types, having little to no tree cover.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers detailed information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Carex crebriflora.