Juncus dudleyi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wiegand
Source:
iopi
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 27: 524 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776337
Common Names
- Dudley's Rush
- Jointed Rush
- Strap-Leaf Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus dudleyi (also called Dudley's 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 dudleyi is an ornamental plant used in flower beds, borders, and rock gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate wet conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Juncus dudleyi is a small, greenish-brown spikelet, typically with three to six flowers. The seed of Juncus dudleyi is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings of Juncus dudleyi are small, greenish-brown, and have a single seed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus dudleyi 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 dudleyi
Juncus dudleyi is native to North America, and can be found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, bogs, and wet meadows.
Juncus dudleyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus dudleyi?
Juncus dudleyi
What is the common name of Juncus dudleyi?
Dudley's Rush
What is the growth habit of Juncus dudleyi?
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
Karl McKay Wiegand (1873-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiegand' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:132109-2: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.