Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alexandri
ID:
776433

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
iopi

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Aspects Tasmanian Bot. : 37 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775766

Common Names

  • Juncus alexandri
  • Alexandri Rush
  • Alexandri's Rush

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Description

Juncus alexandri (also called Alexanders Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant species in the Juncaceae family. It is native to Europe and grows in wet meadows, marshes, and along watercourses. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus alexandri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and soil stabilization. It is also used for making baskets and mats.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Juncus alexandri sub. alexandri
Juncus alexandri sub. melanobasis L.A.S.Johnson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus alexandri has small, white, cylindrical flowers that grow in clusters. The seed is a small, round nutlet, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus alexandri can be propagated by division or seed. It is best grown in moist soils in full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soils, including clay, sand, and loam. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding.

Where to Find Juncus alexandri

Juncus alexandri is native to Europe, Asia, and North America.

Juncus alexandri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus alexandri?

Juncus alexandri

What type of plant is Juncus alexandri?

Grass-like herbaceous perennial

What is the optimal growing condition for Juncus alexandri?

Full sun to partial shade, moist to wet soil

Species in the Juncus genus

Juncus maroccanus, Juncus acuminatus, Juncus acutiflorus, Juncus acutus, Juncus aemulans, Juncus alatus, Juncus alexandri, Juncus allioides, Juncus alpigenus, Juncus alpinoarticulatus, Juncus amabilis, Juncus amplifolius, Juncus amuricus, Juncus anatolicus, Juncus anceps, Juncus andersonii, Juncus antarcticus, Juncus anthelatus, Juncus arcticus, Juncus aridicola, Juncus articulatus, Juncus astreptus, Juncus atratus, Juncus australis, Juncus balticus, Juncus bassianus, Juncus benghalensis, Juncus beringensis, Juncus biflorus, Juncus biglumis, Juncus biglumoides, Juncus bolanderi, Juncus brachycarpus, Juncus brachycephalus, Juncus brachyphyllus, Juncus brachyspathus, Juncus brachystigma, Juncus brasiliensis, Juncus brevibracteus, Juncus breviculmis, Juncus breweri, Juncus bryoides, Juncus bryophilus, Juncus bufonius, Juncus bulbosus, Juncus burkartii, Juncus caesariensis, Juncus caespiticius, Juncus canadensis, Juncus capensis,

Species in the Juncaceae family

Distichia acicularis, Distichia filamentosa, Distichia muscoides, Juncus maroccanus, Juncus acuminatus, Juncus acutiflorus, Juncus acutus, Juncus aemulans, Juncus alatus, Juncus alexandri, Juncus allioides, Juncus alpigenus, Juncus alpinoarticulatus, Juncus amabilis, Juncus amplifolius, Juncus amuricus, Juncus anatolicus, Juncus anceps, Juncus andersonii, Juncus antarcticus, Juncus anthelatus, Juncus arcticus, Juncus aridicola, Juncus articulatus, Juncus astreptus, Juncus atratus, Juncus australis, Juncus balticus, Juncus bassianus, Juncus benghalensis, Juncus beringensis, Juncus biflorus, Juncus biglumis, Juncus biglumoides, Juncus bolanderi, Juncus brachycarpus, Juncus brachycephalus, Juncus brachyphyllus, Juncus brachyspathus, Juncus brachystigma, Juncus brasiliensis, Juncus brevibracteus, Juncus breviculmis, Juncus breweri, Juncus bryoides, Juncus bryophilus, Juncus bufonius, Juncus bulbosus, Juncus burkartii, Juncus caesariensis,

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