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dunhead sedge
Scientific Name: Carex phaeocephala
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Dunhead Sedge (Carex phaeocephala)
Carex phaeocephala, commonly known as dunhead sedge, is a species of sedge native to western North America. It's often found at high elevations, growing on rocky slopes and forming large clumps.
Common Names
- Dunhead Sedge
- Mountain Hare Sedge
- Hare Sedge
- Dunehead Sedge
- Brown-head Sedge
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex phaeocephala Piper
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to western North America.
- Found in high-elevation environments, such as rocky ridges and tundra.
- Observed in locations like Strawberry Mountain Wilderness, Oregon and Mt. Adams, Washington.
- Grows on rocky slopes and open scree slopes.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Forms thick mats of roots.
- Leaves resemble those of grasses or other sedges, making identification challenging in the absence of flowers.
Other Interesting Facts
- Dunhead Sedge may be confused for grasses or sedges.
- Fertilizing may be beneficial every 15-20 days during certain times of the year.
Further Information
- Discover Life: Provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Carex phaeocephala.
- Government of Canada’s terminology and linguistic data bank: TERMIUM.
- University of Georgia: John Ruter has foliage images of Carex phaeocephala.
- NIISS.org: Includes species profile, habitat, control and life history information.