Juncus covillei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Piper
Source:
iopi
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 11: 182 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776267
Common Names
- Juncus covillei
- Coville's Rush
- Coville's Juncus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus covillei (also called Coville's Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. 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 covillei is an ornamental plant used in flower beds, borders, and rock gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate wet conditions.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Juncus covillei var. covilleiJuncus covillei var. obtusatus C.L.Hitchc.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus covillei 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 covillei 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 covillei
Juncus covillei 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 covillei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus covillei?
Juncus covillei
What type of plant is Juncus covillei?
Herbaceous perennial
Where does Juncus covillei 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
Charles Piper (1867-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Piper' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:132088-2: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.