Juncus concinnus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Don
Source:
iopi
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nepal. : 44 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776244
Common Names
- Juncus concinnus
- Elegant Rush
- Elegant Juncus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus concinnus (also called Elegant Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It has a cylindrical stem, with a height of up to 1 meter, and is found in moist habitats, such as wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus concinnus is a perennial grass that is often used as a groundcover or in rock gardens. It has a low-growing habit and is drought-tolerant, making it a good choice for xeriscaping. It produces small, yellowish-green flowers in the summer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus concinnus has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and dark brown, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus concinnus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including clay, sand, and loam. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It is best grown in a sunny location with moist soil.
Where to Find Juncus concinnus
Juncus concinnus can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Juncus concinnus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus concinnus?
Juncus concinnus
What type of plant is Juncus concinnus?
Herbaceous perennial
Where does Juncus concinnus grow?
It grows in moist habitats, such as wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of streams and ponds.
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
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:442833-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.