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smoothcone sedge

Scientific Name: Carex laeviconica

Family: Cyperaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Smooth-cone Sedge (Carex laeviconica)

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is a sedge. Sedge leaves are narrow.
  • The text mentions "smooth edges" of the leaves, which, depending on sharpness, could be a minor irritant.

Considerations for Children

  • This plant is a sedge. Sedge leaves are narrow.
  • The text mentions "smooth edges" of the leaves, which, depending on sharpness, could be a minor irritant.

Carex laeviconica, commonly known as smooth-cone sedge, is a wild species of sedge.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Carex laeviconica Dewey
  • Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge Family)
  • Synonyms:
    • Carex aristata var. laeviconica

Common Names

  • Smooth-cone sedge
  • Smoothcone sedge
  • Plains slough sedge
  • Smoothfruit sedge

Distribution and Habitat

  • The species is native to North America.
  • It can be found in wetland habitats.
  • It can be found in old fields with abundant grasses and sedges.

Growth Habit

  • Herb
  • Perennial sedge

Additional Information

  • TERMIUM, the Government of Canada's terminology and linguistic data bank, includes information on Carex laeviconica.
  • It has an OBL (obligate wetland) status, meaning it almost always occurs in wetlands.
  • Prairie Farm seed mixes may contain Carex laeviconica.