Status:
valid
Authors:
Novikov
Source:
iopi
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Byull. Moskovsk. Obshch. Isp. Prir., Otd. Biol. , n.s., 103(4): 69 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801753
Common Names
- Dulongjiang Rush
- Dulongjiang Soft Rush
- Juncus Dulongjiangensis
Description
Juncus dulongjiangensis (also called Dulongjiang Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It has a cylindrical stem and small yellow-green flowers. It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of streams and ponds.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus dulongjiangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in water gardens and ponds, as it can tolerate wet conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus dulongjiangensis has small, greenish-brown flowers with 6 tepals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow, cylindrical leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Juncus dulongjiangensis is a perennial grass-like plant that is native to wetland habitats. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. Sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Divide the clumps in spring or fall. Water regularly during the growing season.
Where to Find Juncus dulongjiangensis
Juncus dulongjiangensis is found in wet meadows and marshes in China.
Juncus dulongjiangensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Juncus dulongjiangensis?
Juncus dulongjiangensis is native to China.
What type of soil does Juncus dulongjiangensis prefer?
Juncus dulongjiangensis prefers moist, well-drained soil.
How much light does Juncus dulongjiangensis need?
Juncus dulongjiangensis prefers partial to full shade.
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,