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eggbract sedge

Scientific Name: Carex ovalis

Family: Cyperaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Carex leporina: Oval Sedge and Eggbract Sedge

Carex leporina is a sedge with several common names, reflecting its distribution and appearance. It is known as oval sedge in the British Isles and eggbract sedge in North America. Other common English names include Eggbract and Hare Sedge.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Carex leporina
  • Family: Cyperaceae (mentioned in relation to other Carex species)
  • Synonyms: Carex ovalis is frequently listed as a synonym. Vignea leporina is also noted as a synonym, specifically listed as *Vignea leporina auct.*

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to Eurasia.
  • Also found in North America.
  • Can grow at heights of up to 4,000 or 5,000 feet.
  • Found worldwide.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Perennial herb.
  • Grows to between 20 and 60 cm.

Ecological Role

  • Found in plant communities like steppe meadows.