Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
effusus
ID:
777017

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 326 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776350



Common Names

  • Spreading Rush
  • Jointed Rush
  • Strap-Leaf Rush


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Description

Juncus effusus (also called Soft 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 effusus is a popular ornamental grass used in landscaping and garden design. It is also used for erosion control and to stabilize soil in areas that are prone to flooding or water runoff.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Juncus effusus sub. effusus
Juncus effusus sub. laxus (Robyns & Tournay) Snogerup
Juncus effusus sub. pacificus (Fernald & Wiegand) Piper & Beattie
Juncus effusus sub. solutus (Fernald & Wiegand) Hämet-Ahti
Juncus effusus sub. austrocalifornicus Lint

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus effusus is a perennial plant native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is typically found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is best done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and moist soils.

Where to Find Juncus effusus

Juncus effusus is native to Europe, and can be found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, bogs, and wet meadows.

Juncus effusus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus effusus?

Juncus effusus

What is the common name of Juncus effusus?

Soft Rush

What is the growth habit of Juncus effusus?

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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