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shaved sedge
Scientific Name: Carex tonsa
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Carex tonsa: Shaved Sedge
Carex tonsa, commonly known as Shaved Sedge, is a perennial plant belonging to the Cyperaceae (Sedge) family. It is known for its dense tufts of leaves and adaptability to various light conditions.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- The text mentions that Hesaquiat men used *Carex tonsa* for shaving, suggesting it may have sharp edges.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Carex tonsa (Fernald) E.P. Bicknell
- Common Name: Shaved Sedge
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms: None explicitly listed, but the text references the USDA Symbol for Carex tonsa.
- Varieties:
- Carex tonsa var. tonsa
- Carex tonsa var. rugosperma
Distribution and Habitat
- The species has overlapping ranges in New England.
- It is typically found in dry, sandy areas.
- It is also found in Caroline County, Maryland, and Howard County, Maryland.
- The Status of Shaved Sedge in Newfoundland and Labrador is documented.
- Documented in Saskatchewan (Hudson, 1977) and the Rocky Mountain Region.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Graminoid plant form
- Flower color: green, yellow, brown
- Evergreen plant, maintaining a green color through spring, summer, autumn and winter.
Additional Common Names
- Deep Green Sedge
- Glabrous-fruited Sedge
- Bald Sedge
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Found alongside little bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium), seabeach pinweed (Lechea maritima).
Resources and Further Information
- Vermont Flora Codes: CARTON
- Discover Life provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Carex tonsa.
- Shaved Sedge* - This link is provided for further information.