Family: Cyperaceae
Author: Wahlenb.
Bibliography: Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Nya Handl. 24: 147 (1803)
Year: 1803
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Carex
Vegetable: Unknown
Observations: N. Europe to N. & C. Japan, Subarctic America to N. U.S.A.
Description
Sparseflower sedge, scientifically known as Carex tenuiflora, is a notable member of the Cyperaceae family. This sedge species commands attention due to its distinct characteristics and widespread geographical distribution. First documented by the renowned botanist Wahlenb. in 1803, as cited in the Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Nya Handl., this plant exhibits resilience and adaptability.
This versatile species thrives across a wide range of northern latitudes. Its habitat extends from Northern Europe to Northern and Central Japan, and spans from Subarctic America down to the northern reaches of the United States. The extensive distribution reflects Sparseflower sedge’s ability to flourish in various subarctic and temperate environments.
Known for its sparse flower clusters, Carex tenuiflora is a sedge that seamlessly integrates into the ecosystems it inhabits. Its presence is a telltale indicator of healthy, functioning wetland environments. Despite its unassuming appearance, the ecological value of Sparseflower sedge cannot be overstated; it plays a critical role in maintaining the stability and biodiversity of the habitats it occupies.
In essence, Sparseflower sedge embodies a remarkable blend of botanical resilience and ecological significance, making it an intriguing subject of study and appreciation for botanists and nature enthusiasts alike.
Common Names
Eng: sparseflower sedge, sparse-flowered sedge, sparse-leaved sedge, thin-flowered sedge
Nor: trillingstarr
Nob: trillingstarr
Nno: trillingstorr
Swe: tågstarr, viitasara
Fin: viitasara
Fra: carex ténuiflore, carex tênuiflore
Sme: rohtolukti
En: Sparseflower sedge, Sparse-Flower Sedge, Sparse-flowered Sedge, Sparse-leaved sedge, Thin-flowered sedge
Fi: Viitasara
Fr: Carex ténuiflore, Carex tênuiflore
Se: Rohtolukti
No: Trillingstarr
Nb: Trillingstarr
Nn: Trillingstorr
Sv: Tågstarr, Viitasara
Synonyms
- Carex tenuiflora var. setacea (Kük.)
- Vignea tenuiflora ((Wahlenb.) Soják)
- Carex tenuiflora var. arrhyncha ((Franch.) Kük.)
- Carex leucolepis (Turcz. ex Steud.)
- Carex arrhyncha (Franch.)
Distribution
- Alaska (native)
- Alberta (native)
- Altay (native)
- Amur (native)
- Baltic States (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- Colorado (native)
- East European Russia (native)
- Finland (native)
- Inner Mongolia (native)
- Japan (native)
- Kamchatka (native)
- Khabarovsk (native)
- Korea (native)
- Krasnoyarsk (native)
- Kuril Is. (native)
- Labrador (native)
- Maine (native)
- Manchuria (native)
- Manitoba (native)
- Masachusettes (native)
- Michigan (native)
- Minnesota (native)
- Mongolia (native)
- Montana (native)
- New Brunswick (native)
- New York (native)
- Newfoundland (native)
- North Caucasus (native)
- North European Russi (native)
- Northwest European R (native)
- Northwest Territorie (native)
- Norway (native)
- Nunavut (native)
- Ohio (native)
- Ontario (native)
- Primorye (native)
- Prince Edward I. (native)
- Québec (native)
- Sakhalin (native)
- Saskatchewan (native)
- South European Russi (native)
- Sweden (native)
- Vermont (native)
- West Siberia (native)
- Wisconsin (native)
- Yakutskiya (native)
- Yukon (native)
Additional Images
Habit
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Encyclopedia of Life (cc-by-nc)
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Encyclopedia of Life (cc-by-nc)
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2722975)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:302587-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Carex tenuiflora Wahlenb.)