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boreal bog sedge
Scientific Name: Carex magellanica ssp. irrigua
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: WA (poor sedge)
Boreal Bog Sedge (Carex magellanica)
Boreal bog sedge, also known as poor sedge or bog sedge, is a perennial plant found in Holarctic wetlands. The subspecies Carex magellanica ssp. irrigua is also referred to as tall bog sedge.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex magellanica Lam.
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
- Synonyms:
- Carex magellanica var. irrigua
- Carex paupercula
- Carex paupercula var.
- Subspecies: Carex magellanica ssp. irrigua (Wahlenb.) Hultn
Distribution and Habitat
- Boreal bog sedge has a bipolar disjunct distribution.
- The subspecies Carex magellanica ssp. irrigua inhabits northern temperate regions.
- It is native to Holarctic wetlands, including bogs and fens.
- Observed in locations like Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada and Fond du Lac co WI.
Ecological Role
- Often found in bog environments alongside other plants like sundews, arrow-grass, and bladderwort.
- It's a component of various bog and fen ecological systems, including acidic graminoid fens and leatherleaf boggy fens.
- Contributes to the habitat for boreal birds.
Resources
- Information and photos can be found through Rob Routledge at Sault College.
Quirky Facts
- The plant's distribution is described as "bipolar disjunct", meaning it's found in geographically separated regions in both northern and southern hemispheres, suggesting unique adaptation strategies.