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parachute sedge

Scientific Name: Carex tonsa var. rugosperma

Family: Cyperaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

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Parachute Sedge

The following information has been compiled from various sources to provide a general overview of the Parachute Sedge. This information is primarily related to its use in fly fishing; consult with a qualified botanist for information concerning the plant itself.

Considerations for Pets and Children

  • Mentioned as having different varieties such as Carex tonsa var. rugosperma.

Scientific and Common Names

  • Scientific Name: Carex tonsa (Fernald) E.P. Bicknell var. rugosperma (Mack.) Crins
  • Common Names: Parachute Sedge, Shaved Sedge, Umbel Like Sedge

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Division: Tracheophyta
  • Class: Magnoliopsida
  • Family: Cyperaceae
  • Synonyms: The text mentions Carex tonsa (Fernald) E.P. Bicknell, suggesting it's closely related to other varieties or subspecies.

Distribution and Habitat

  • The text mentions its observation in the Catalan Pyrenees in Spain.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Specific details are scarce, but the plant is referred to in the context of fly fishing, implying its appearance is relevant to mimicking insects.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The primary interaction discussed is its use in attracting fish, particularly trout and grayling. It is designed to imitate sedges and stone flies.

Further Information

  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database is mentioned as a source of information, specifically referencing an illustration from 1913.