Section LEPTOCEPHALAE
Only one species comprises Section LEPTOCEPHALAE.
Carex leptalea Wahl., Bristle-stalked Sedge
The name leptalea refers to the slender weak stems. The stems are topped with an indistinct inflorescence made up of a few peryginia and terminal staminate scales. It is widespread and common in Renfrew County found in shaded wet woods, fens and meadows.
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Figure 1. Achenes, perigynia and scales.
Figure 2. Inflorescence.
Figure 3. Habit.
Figure 4. Inflorescences.
Figure 5. B&W scan of specimens showing habit.
Figure 6. Occurence map for Renfrew County and surrounding area.
| Accession # | Collector | Date |
|---|---|---|
| DAO 691572 | J.M. Reddoch | 1983-August-06 |
| CAN 469803 | D.F. Brunton | 1982-July-16 |
| CAN 498568 | A. Vogg | 1982-July-04 |
| CAN 466103 | A. Vogg & E. Ridgen | 1982-June-19 |
| CAN 457037 | S. Darbyshire | 1981-July-12 |
| CAN 569945 | M.I. Moore & T.C. Brayshaw | 1962-June-20 |
| DAO 266576 | M.I. Moore | 1962-June-20 |
| DAO 266577 | M.I. Moore | 1962-June-17 |
| CAN 569946 | T.C. Brayshaw | 1962-June-14 |
| CAN 262153 | J.S. Rowe | 1958-June-16 |
| CAN 569944 | A.W.H. Damman | 1954-June-18 |