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Eggleston's sedge

Scientific Name: Carex egglestonii

Family: Cyperaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

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Eggleston's Sedge (Carex egglestonii)

Eggleston's sedge, scientifically known as Carex egglestonii Mack., is a plant belonging to the sedge family. It is also commonly referred to as Eggleston sedge or Mackenzie Mt. Shasta Sedge.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Carex egglestonii Mack.
  • Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
  • Synonyms: While not explicitly stated as synonyms, the text mentions Carex egglestonii var. festivelliformis as another related classification.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Carex egglestonii is classified as a graminoid, resembling grass in appearance.
  • It is a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years.

Distribution and Habitat

  • The text refers to a collection of Eggleston's sedge at Kebler Pass, Mount Shasta in August 1910.

Human Uses

  • The text mentions "Shade tolerance" and "Grasses" under Human Uses.