Carex crinita
| Scientific Name: | Carex crinita |
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| Family: | Cyperaceae |
| Common Name: | Fringed Sedge |
| Authority: | Lam. |
| Etymology: | Carex is Greek meaning "to cut" referring to some species having sharply toothed leaves; crinta is Latin for "hairy" referring to the long scales. |
| C Value: | 8 |
| Wetness: | OBL |
| # of Species in Genus in Illinois: | 193 |
| Duration: | Perennial |
| Reproduction: | Monoecious |
| Flower Type: | Imperfect |
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| Flower Color: | Inconspicuous |
| Growth Habit: | Sedge |
| Leaf Arrangement: | Alternate |
| Leaf Type: | Simple |
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| Leaf Margin: | Entire |
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| Distribution: | BONAP Distribution Map |
| Status (State): | Not Listed |
| Status (Federal): | Not Listed |
| ID Tips: | This species has long dangling staminate spikes. |
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| More Info: | Illinois Wildflowers Search |