Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
continuus
ID:
776929

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
iopi

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Austral. , ed. 3, 1: 325 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776262



Common Names

  • Juncus continuus
  • Continuous Rush
  • Continuous Juncus


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Description

Juncus continuus (also called Continuous Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has thin, wiry stems and small, brown flowers. It is found in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus continuus 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 continuus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus continuus is a perennial grass-like plant that grows up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed sown in autumn or spring. Plant the divisions or seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until established.

Where to Find Juncus continuus

Juncus continuus is native to North America, Europe, and Asia and can be found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, bogs, and swamps, as well as along the edges of ponds and streams.

Juncus continuus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus continuus?

Juncus continuus

What type of plant is Juncus continuus?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Juncus continuus 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,

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