Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.Mey. ex Presl) Goldblatt
Source:
iplants
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 15: 508 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785645
Common Names
- Junceum Olsynium
- Olsynium junceum
- Olsynium junceum
Description
Olsynium junceum (also called Rush-Like Olsynium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a tufted habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. The leaves are linear and the flowers are white. It is found in open meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Olsynium junceum is often used in gardens as a ground cover due to its low-growing habit and attractive foliage. It is also used as an ornamental plant and can be used in rock gardens or as a border plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Olsynium junceum sub. colchaguense (Phil.) J.M.Watson & A.R.Flores
Olsynium junceum sub. depauperatum (Phil.) R.A.Rodr. & Martic.
Olsynium junceum sub. junceum
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Olsynium junceum is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and long.
Cultivation and Propagation
Olsynium junceum is a small herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 10-20 cm. It is native to Australia and is found in New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Olsynium junceum
Olsynium junceum is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and fields.
Olsynium junceum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Olsynium junceum?
Olsynium junceum
What is the common name of Olsynium junceum?
Rush-like olsynium
What is the natural habitat of Olsynium junceum?
Olsynium junceum is native to South America.
Species in the Olsynium genus
Olsynium filifolium,
Olsynium philippii,
Olsynium obscurum,
Olsynium junceum,
Olsynium nigricans,
Olsynium chrysochroma,
Olsynium trinerve,
Olsynium porphyreum,
Olsynium scirpoideum,
Olsynium lyckholmii,
Olsynium acaule,
Olsynium biflorum,
Olsynium bodenbenderi,
Olsynium douglasii,
Olsynium villosum,
Olsynium stoloniferum,
Olsynium andinum,
Olsynium skottsbergii,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii,
Alophia intermedia,
Alophia medusa,
Alophia silvestris,
Alophia veracruzana,
Aristea abyssinica,
Aristea africana,
Aristea alata,
Aristea anceps,
Aristea angolensis,
Aristea angustifolia,
Aristea bakeri,
Aristea bequaertii,
Aristea biflora,
Aristea cantharophila,
Aristea capitata,
Aristea cladocarpa,
Aristea compressa,
Aristea cuspidata,
Aristea dichotoma,
Aristea djalonis,
Aristea ecklonii,
Aristea fimbriata,
Aristea flexicaulis,
Aristea galpinii,
Aristea glauca,
Aristea goetzei,
Aristea grandis,
Aristea humbertii,
Aristea inaequalis,
Aristea juncifolia,
Aristea kitchingii,
Aristea latifolia,
Aristea lugens,
Aristea madagascariensis,
Aristea montana,
Aristea monticola,
Aristea nyikensis,
Aristea oligocephala,
Aristea palustris,
Aristea parviflora,
Aristea pauciflora,
Aristea platycaulis,
Aristea polycephala,
Aristea pusilla,
Aristea racemosa,
Aristea ranomafana,
Aristea recisa,
Aristea rigidifolia,
Aristea rupicola,