Juncus dongchuanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.F.Wu
Source:
iopi
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 32: 457 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776320
Common Names
- Dongchuan Rush
- Jointed Rush
- Strap-Leaf Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus dongchuanensis (also called Dongchuan Rush, among many other common names) is a species of rush that is native to China. 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 dongchuanensis 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 dongchuanensis is a small, greenish-brown spikelet, typically with three to six flowers. The seed of Juncus dongchuanensis is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings of Juncus dongchuanensis are small, greenish-brown, and have a single seed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus dongchuanensis 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 dongchuanensis
Juncus dongchuanensis is native to China, and can be found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, bogs, and wet meadows.
Juncus dongchuanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus dongchuanensis?
Juncus dongchuanensis
What is the common name of Juncus dongchuanensis?
Dongchuan Rush
What is the growth habit of Juncus dongchuanensis?
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
Kuo Fang Wu (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.F.Wu' in the authors string.
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