Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anthelatus
ID:
776510

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wiegand) R.E.Brooks & Whittem.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 11 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775843

Common Names

  • Juncus anthelatus
  • Anthelate Juncus
  • Anthelatus Juncus

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Description

Juncus anthelatus (also called Anthelate Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small, brown flowers. It is found in alpine and subalpine meadows, as well as in grasslands and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus anthelatus is used in landscaping, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make baskets, mats, and other crafts. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat wounds, skin infections, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus anthelatus has small, greenish-brown flowers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus anthelatus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist to wet soil. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Juncus anthelatus

Juncus anthelatus is native to Europe, occurring in the British Isles, France, Germany, and the Netherlands.

Juncus anthelatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus anthelatus?

Juncus anthelatus

What is the common name of Juncus anthelatus?

Anthelatus Rush

What is the natural habitat of Juncus anthelatus?

Marshes, wet meadows, and lake and pond margins

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,

References

Karl McKay Wiegand (1873-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiegand' in the authors string.
Ralph Edward Brooks (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Brooks' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1107238-2: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.