Juncus dolichanthus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson
Source:
iopi
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Telopea 5: 310 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776314
Common Names
- Dolichanthus Rush
- Jointed Rush
- Strap-Leaf Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus dolichanthus (also called Long-Spike 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 0.4 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 dolichanthus 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 dolichanthus is a small, greenish-brown spikelet, typically with three to six flowers. The seed of Juncus dolichanthus is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings of Juncus dolichanthus are small, greenish-brown, and have a single seed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus dolichanthus 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 dolichanthus
Juncus dolichanthus is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, bogs, and wet meadows.
Juncus dolichanthus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus dolichanthus?
Juncus dolichanthus
What is the common name of Juncus dolichanthus?
Nodding Rush
What is the growth habit of Juncus dolichanthus?
It is an evergreen perennial grass-like herb with a clumping habit.
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
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
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