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sulphur sedge
Scientific Name: Carex lutea
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: NC (golden sedge)
Carex lutea: Sulphur Sedge
Carex lutea, commonly known as sulphur sedge or golden sedge, is a rare and interesting plant. This perennial graminoid belongs to the genus Carex.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions that Carex lutea has seeds.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex lutea LeBlond
- Common Names: Sulphur sedge, golden sedge
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonym: Mentioned as "accepted" in the text, implying the scientific name is current.
- Related ITIS Name: Carex lutea LeBlond
Distribution and Habitat
- Carex lutea is endemic to North Carolina, United States.
- Specifically found in Pender County, North Carolina according to a field survey.
- The presence of sulphur waters in extant locations suggests that this plant is a thermophilous relict in some areas.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years.
- Grows to a height of 10 to 60 feet. Note, this seems an exceptional height for a sedge and probably incorrect in original text.
Ecological Role
- Sedges, in general, are mostly found in moist areas such as wetlands, but are also common constituents of forest-margin vegetation.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Mentioned in relation to sulphur flies, suggesting a possible habitat connection, though the text is not explicitly clear.
Further Information
- Encyclopedia of Life includes comprehensive descriptions and articles about Carex lutea.