Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diffusus
ID:
802409

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoppe

Source:
iopi

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Flora 1(2): 186 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801743



Common Names

  • Diffuse Rush
  • Spreading Rush
  • Soft Rush


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Description

Juncus diffusus (also called Diffuse Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a clumping habit and grows up to 1.5 feet tall. Its stems are round and its leaves are flat and narrow. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of streams and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus diffusus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in water gardens and ponds, as it can tolerate wet conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus diffusus has small, greenish-brown flowers with 6 tepals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow, cylindrical leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus diffusus is a perennial grass-like plant that is native to wetland habitats. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. Sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Divide the clumps in spring or fall. Water regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Juncus diffusus

Juncus diffusus is found in wet meadows and marshes in Europe and North America.

Juncus diffusus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Juncus diffusus?

Juncus diffusus is native to Europe.

What type of soil does Juncus diffusus prefer?

Juncus diffusus prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much light does Juncus diffusus need?

Juncus diffusus prefers partial to full shade.

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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