Status:
valid
Authors:
Fern.-Carv.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Lagascalia 14: 117 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801628
Common Names
- Donanae Rush
- Donanae Soft Rush
- Donanae Jointed Rush
Description
Juncus donanae (also called Donana Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has slender stems and narrow, linear leaves. It prefers wet, marshy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus donanae is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus donanae has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in a dense, terminal cluster. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are slender and have a single, upright stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Juncus donanae is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full to partial sun. It can be propagated from seed, but this is not recommended as it is slow to germinate.
Where to Find Juncus donanae
Juncus donanae is native to North America and can be found in wet, sandy soils.
Juncus donanae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus donanae?
Juncus donanae
What is the common name of Juncus donanae?
Donana Rush
What type of plant is Juncus donanae?
Perennial grass-like plant
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,