Haller’s sedge (Carex halleriana, Syn. Stirp. Aragon. 1: 133 (1779))

Family: Cyperaceae

Author: Asso

Bibliography: Syn. Stirp. Aragon. 1: 133 (1779)

Year: 1779

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Carex

Vegetable: False

Observations: Europe, Medit. to Afghanistan

Description

Haller’s sedge, scientifically known as Carex halleriana, is a perennial grass-like plant that belongs to the Cyperaceae family. This species was first described by the botanist Asso, in the Syn. Stirp. Aragon, 1: 133, published in 1779.

Widely distributed across Europe, and stretching from the Mediterranean region to Afghanistan, Haller’s sedge thrives in diverse environmental conditions. Its presence in these areas indicates its adaptability to various climates and soils.

The plant typically features narrow, grass-like leaves and produces clusters of small, inconspicuous flowers. These flowers bloom in the warmer months, contributing to the plant’s reproductive cycle. Haller’s sedge is known for its dense tufts, which are characteristic of many species within the Cyperaceae family.

Beyond its aesthetic and ecological value, Carex halleriana plays a role in soil stabilization and erosion control. Its robust root system helps to bind the soil, making it an important plant in its native habitats for maintaining ecosystem stability and health.

Furthermore, Haller’s sedge is a part of various natural plant communities, providing habitat and sustenance for numerous insects and other wildlife. This symbiotic relationship adds to the ecological value of the species.

In summary, Carex halleriana or Haller’s sedge, is a versatile and ecologically significant species found across a wide geographic range. Its resilience and ecological functions make it a noteworthy plant within the Cyperaceae family.

Common Names

En: Haller’s Sedge
Cs: Ostřice Hallerova
Nl: Hallers Zegge
Fr: Laiche de Haller, Laîche de Haller
De: Haller-Segge, Hallers Segge, Grundstielige Segge, Grundblütige Segge
It: Carice di Haller
Ru: Осока Галлера
Sk: Ostrica alpínska
: Haller’s sedge

Synonyms

• Carex ptychocarpa (Link)
• Carex halleriana f. pedunculata (Kük.)
• Carex halleriana f. lerinensis ((Christ) Maire)
• Carex halleriana var. peduncularis (Rouy)
• Olotrema gynobasis ((Chaix) Raf.)
• Carex diversiflora (Host)
• Carex halleriana var. thymicola (Sennen)
• Carex tenuifolia (Poir.)
• Carex gynobasis var. occultata (Gennari)
• Sparganium tenuifolium (Poir.)
• Carex gynobasis (Chaix)
• Carex halleriana var. lerinensis (Christ)
• Carex rhizantha (J.F.Gmel.)
• Carex halleriana var. bracteosa (Willk.)
• Carex halleriana f. occultata ((Gennari) Kük.)
• Carex allorgei (Sennen)
• Carex halleriana var. occultata ((Gennari) Barbey)

Distribution

• Afghanistan (native)
• Albania (native)
• Algeria (native)
• Austria (native)
• Baleares (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Corse (native)
• Cyprus (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• East Aegean Is. (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Greece (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Iran (native)
• Italy (native)
• Kriti (native)
• Krym (native)
• Lebanon-Syria (native)
• Morocco (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• Palestine (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Romania (native)
• Sardegna (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Tunisia (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Turkey-in-Europe (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)

Additional Images

Leaf

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Flower

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Habit

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Fruit

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Bark

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Other

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2723055)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:300067-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Carex halleriana Asso)

Specifications

Growth

Bloom months: [‘mar’, ‘apr’, ‘may’, ‘jun’]