Carex meridensis
Also known as: Uncinia macrolepis Decne. +2 more
- Uncinia macrolepis Decne.
- Uncinia meridensis Steyerm.
- Uncinia smithii Philcox
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cyperaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.
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Originating in the Antarctic botanical region and South America, Carex meridensis is a sedge belonging to the Cyperaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in subalpine or subarctic conditions.
Macro Climate
Cold
Plant Type
Sedge
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ANTARCTIC, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northern South America, Southern South America, Subantarctic Islands, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina South, Bolivia, Chile South, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South Georgia, Tristan da Cunha, Venezuela