Kärrväxter

Kärrväxter is a Swedish term referring to plants that are adapted to grow in wet, often nutrient-poor environments such as bogs, mires, and wet meadows. These plants typically possess specialized features that allow them to thrive in conditions with low oxygen levels in the soil and high water saturation. Common characteristics include shallow root systems, adaptations for waterlogging, and mechanisms for nutrient acquisition in challenging substrates.

Examples of kärrväxter include various species of sedges, rushes, and certain types of grasses. Many carnivorous plants, such as sundews (Drosera) and pitcher plants (Sarracenia), are also found in these habitats and are considered kärrväxter. The unique flora of these environments contributes significantly to biodiversity, providing habitats and food sources for specialized insects, birds, and other wildlife. The conservation of kärrväxter habitats is important for maintaining these ecological communities and the services they provide. These habitats are sensitive to changes in water levels and nutrient input, making them vulnerable to human activities like drainage and pollution.