Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dregeanus
ID:
776988

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
iopi

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 3: 344 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776321



Common Names

  • Drege's Rush
  • Jointed Rush
  • Strap-Leaf Rush


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Description

Juncus dregeanus (also called Drege's Rush, among many other common names) is a species of rush that is native to South Africa. 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 dregeanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Juncus dregeanus sub. bachiti (Hochst. ex Steud.) Hedberg
Juncus dregeanus sub. dregeanus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Juncus dregeanus is a small, greenish-brown spikelet, typically with three to six flowers. The seed of Juncus dregeanus is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings of Juncus dregeanus are small, greenish-brown, and have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus dregeanus 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 dregeanus

Juncus dregeanus is native to South Africa, and can be found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, bogs, and wet meadows.

Juncus dregeanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus dregeanus?

Juncus dregeanus

What is the common name of Juncus dregeanus?

Drege's Rush

What is the growth habit of Juncus dregeanus?

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,

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