Scirpus microcarpus J. Presl & C. Presl, Red-tinged bulrush
Scirpus microcarpus is common in Renfrew County. It is easily recognized with its bright red leaf sheaths (Figure 5).
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Figure 1. Spikelets, achenes and scales.

Figure 2. Inflorescence.

Figure 3. Inflorescence.

Figure 4. Inflorescence.

Figure 5. Red leaf sheaths.

Figure 6. Occurence map for Renfrew County and surrounding area.
Accession # | Collector | Date |
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DAO 526141 | L. LeSage | 1987-June-11 |
CAN 496840 | A. Vogg | 1982-July-23 |
CAN 570254 | T.C. Brayshaw & G.E. Dean | 1960-June-12 |
DAO 251217 | H. Groh & H. Lloyd | 1948-July-26 |