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ryegrass sedge
Scientific Name: Carex loliacea
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Ryegrass Sedge (Carex loliacea)
Ryegrass sedge, scientifically known as Carex loliacea, is a plant frequently found in wetland environments. This page provides information about its classification, distribution, and other key characteristics.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex loliacea L.
- Common Name: Ryegrass sedge
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
- Group: Monocot
- Rank: Species
- Synonym: Carex sibirica (mentioned as a synonym in the source text)
- Nomencl. ref.: Sp. Pl. 2: 974. 1753 1 May 1753
Distribution and Habitat
- Ryegrass sedge is associated with wetland environments.
- It has been found in northern Alberta, Canada, although complex habitat association models were difficult to create for this specific location due to limited detection frequency in a study area.
- It is found in Denali National Park and Preserve.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Grown habit: Graminoid
Ecological Role
- Ryegrass sedge is sometimes considered a weed, especially in rice fields, competing with cultivated crops.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Ryegrass sedge is susceptible to herbicides used for sedge control, which can cause injury or loss.
- It can be found growing alongside other grasses like perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne) and other sedges.
Further Information
- USDA Plants Database: http://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=CALO4
- Discover Life: Information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Carex loliacea can be found on the Discover Life website.