Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diffusissimus
ID:
776976

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buckley

Source:
iopi

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Proc. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 14: 9 (1862 publ. 1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776309



Common Names

  • Diffuse Rush
  • Jointed Rush
  • Strap-Leaf Rush


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Description

Juncus diffusissimus (also called Diffuse Rush, among many other common names) is a species of rush that is native to North America. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.6 m tall and has a cylindrical stem with leaves that are reduced to sheaths. It grows in moist to wet soils in meadows, marshes, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus diffusissimus 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 diffusissimus 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 diffusissimus 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 diffusissimus

Juncus diffusissimus can be found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, bogs, and wet meadows, in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Juncus diffusissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus diffusissimus?

Juncus diffusissimus

What is the common name of Juncus diffusissimus?

Diffuse-fruited rush

What is the native range of Juncus diffusissimus?

North America

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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