Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
densiflorus
ID:
776963

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
iopi

Year:
1816

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 1: 238 (1816)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776296



Common Names

  • Juncus densiflorus
  • Dense-flowered Rush
  • Dense-flowered Juncus


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Description

Juncus densiflorus (also called Dense-flowered Rush, among many other common names) is a species of rush in the family Juncaceae. It is native to much of Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and it can be found in a variety of habitats, from wet meadows to dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus densiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Juncus densiflorus is a small, yellow-green inflorescence, with the seed being a small, brown nutlet. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus densiflorus is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and will germinate in two to three weeks. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Juncus densiflorus

Juncus densiflorus 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 densiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus densiflorus?

Juncus densiflorus

What is the common name of Juncus densiflorus?

Dense-flowered Rush

What type of plant is Juncus densiflorus?

Perennial grass-like herb

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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