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analogue sedge
Scientific Name: Carex simulata
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Carex simulata - Analogue Sedge
Carex simulata, commonly known as Analogue Sedge, is a perennial herb belonging to the sedge family. It is recognized by several other common names, including Short Beaked Fen Sedge, Shortbeak Sedge, Copycat Sedge, and Mimic Sedge.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex simulata Mack.
- Common Name: Analogue Sedge
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge Family)
- Genus: Carex L.
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
Distribution and Habitat
This sedge is native to the western United States and western Canada. It thrives in wet environments such as wet meadows and swamps, from foothills up to moderate elevations of approximately 9,000 feet.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is a cool-season, native rhizomatous perennial.
- The sexes are on separate plants (dioecious).
- Graminoid with green foliage and green flowers.
- It exhibits a slow growth rate.
Ecological Role
Carex simulata is a dominant species in some meadow ecosystems and can become a prominent graminoid in areas dominated by sedges.
Interactions with Other Organisms
Carex simulata can form communities with other sedges such as Carex aquatilis (water sedge), and is often found in floating mats of vegetation along with Carex aquatilis.
Further Information
- Discover Life provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Carex simulata.
- Flora of North America also provides detailed information.