Remote sedge (Carex remota, Fl. Angl.: 24 (1754))

Family: Cyperaceae

Author: L.

Bibliography: Fl. Angl.: 24 (1754)

Year: 1754

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Carex

Vegetable: False

Observations: N. Africa, Europe to Himalaya

Description

The Remote Sedge, scientifically known as Carex remota, was described by the botanist Carl Linnaeus in 1754, marking its botanical recognition in the seminal work “Flora Anglica.” This sedge belongs to the Cyperaceae family, known for its grass-like herbaceous plants.

Carex remota is a species with a wide geographical distribution, thriving in various regions ranging from North Africa across Europe and extending to the Himalayas. This broad range illustrates the plant’s adaptability to diverse climatic and environmental conditions.

Characteristically, Carex remota is noted for its fine, delicate appearance that seamlessly integrates into its natural habitats. It commonly inhabits moist, shaded areas such as woodlands and riverbanks, where it contributes to the biodiversity and ecological balance of these ecosystems.

Remote Sedge plays a significant role in its native habitats, offering both ecological and aesthetic value. Its presence aids in soil stabilization and provides a habitat for various microorganisms and insects, which are integral to the lifecycle of these environments. The plant’s graceful form also makes it a subject of interest for botanical studies and conservation efforts.

In conclusion, Carex remota is more than just a modest sedge; it is a resilient species with a significant ecological footprint. Its ability to thrive across a vast array of regions from North Africa to the Himalayas underscores its importance and adaptability in the natural world.

Common Names

Dan: akselblomstret star
Deu: lockerährige segge, winkel-segge
Fin: hajasara
Swe: hajasara, skärmstarr
Nld: ijle zegge
Fra: laîche espacée
Eng: remote sedge
Nob: slakkstarr
Nno: slakkstorr
Cym: hesg anghysbell, hesgen anghyfagos, hesgen blodau anghyfagos
En: Remote sedge, Distant-flowered Sedge
Be: Асака рассунутая
Bg: Редкокласа острица
Ca: Càrex remot
Cs: Ostřice řídkoklasá
Da: Akselblomstret Star
Nl: Ijle zegge
Et: Varjutarn
Fi: Hajasara
Fr: Laîche espacée, Laiche à épis espacés, Laîche à épis espacés, Laiche espacée
De: Entferntährige Segge, Schlaffe Segge, Winkel-Segge, Winkelsegge, Lockerährige Segge, Entferntährige Wald-Segge
It: Carice ascellare
Lv: Attālvārpu grīslis
Nb: Slakkstarr
Nn: Slakkstorr
Pl: Turzyca rzadkokłosa
Ru: Осока раздвинутая
Sv: Skärmstarr, Hajasara
Cy: Hesgen blodau anghyfagos, Hesg Anghysbell, Hesgen Anghyfagos

Synonyms

• Diemisa remota ((L.) Raf.)
• Vignea remota ((L.) Rchb.)
• Caricina remota ((L.) St.-Lag.)

Distribution

• Afghanistan (native)
• Albania (native)
• Algeria (native)
• Austria (native)
• Baltic States (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Belgium (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Central European Rus (native)
• Corse (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• Denmark (native)
• East European Russia (native)
• East Himalaya (native)
• Finland (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Great Britain (native)
• Greece (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Iran (native)
• Ireland (native)
• Italy (native)
• Kriti (native)
• Krym (native)
• Lebanon-Syria (native)
• Morocco (native)
• Netherlands (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• Northwest European R (native)
• Norway (native)
• Pakistan (native)
• Poland (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Romania (native)
• Sardegna (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• South European Russi (native)
• Spain (native)
• Sweden (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Tunisia (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Turkey-in-Europe (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• West Himalaya (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)

Additional Images

Habit

Taken Jun 7, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 12, 2021 by Lucie LeDu (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 8, 2020 by Groupe Botanique de Bruxelles (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 22, 2021 by nicolas pecqueux (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 8, 2020 by Groupe Botanique de Bruxelles (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Jun 27, 2012 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Claude CALAIS (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2012 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2007 by Martin Bishop (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 25, 2022 by Paul Henrich (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 8, 2020 by Groupe Botanique de Bruxelles (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Jul 2, 2022 by Tsuga Identification (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 12, 2021 by Lucie LeDu (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 18, 2021 by coatjanus coatjanus (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 29, 2020 by Zamorano Verónica (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 4, 2021 by Pieter Verbrugghe (cc-by-sa)

Flower

Taken Jun 7, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 7, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 10, 2021 by B V (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 14, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Paul FABRE (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 23, 2021 by Aurélie F. (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Jun 3, 2009 by Martin Bishop (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 2, 2013 by Martin Bishop (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken May 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken May 31, 1852 by Tela Botanica − Herbier PONTARLIER-MARICHAL (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2012 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 25, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Bertrand BUI (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2727294)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:301911-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Carex remota L.)

Specifications

Growth habit: Graminoid

Growth

Ph maximum: 5.5

Ph minimum: 5.0

Light: 5

Atmospheric humidity: 9

Bloom months: [‘may’, ‘jun’, ‘jul’]

Soil nutriments: 3