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distant sedge
Scientific Name: Carex distans
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Carex distans: Distant Sedge
Carex distans, commonly known as distant sedge, is a plant species belonging to the sedge family, Cyperaceae.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex distans
- Common Name: Distant sedge
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Europe and North Africa.
- Often associated with coastal habitats, although not always found near the coast.
- Found growing in rock crevices.
- Observed in locations such as Cricklade, UK (SN6 6JP).
- Present in Ireland and Denmark (Ertholmene, Christians).
Additional Resources
- RHS (Royal Horticultural Society): For help and information on Carex distans.
- APHOTOFLORA - Photographic Stock Library: Provides photographic resources for Carex distans.
- Discover Life: Offers information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Carex distans.
- NBNSYS0000002413: Taxon Reference for Carex distans.