Juncus elliottii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chapm.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Fl. South. U.S. : 494 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776396
Common Names
- Elliott's Rush
- Jointed Rush
- Strap-Leaf Rush
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Juncus elliottii (also called Elliott's Rush, among many other common names) is a species of rush in the family Juncaceae. It is native to much of Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and it can be found in a variety of habitats, from wet meadows to dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus elliottii is an attractive ornamental grass that is commonly 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Juncus elliottii is a small, greenish-brown spikelet, typically with three to six flowers. The seed of Juncus elliottii is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings of Juncus elliottii are small, greenish-brown, and have a single seed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus elliottii is a perennial plant native to North America. 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 elliottii
Juncus elliottii is native to North America, and can be found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, bogs, and wet meadows.
Juncus elliottii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus elliottii?
Juncus elliottii
What is the common name of Juncus elliottii?
Elliott's Rush
What is the growth habit of Juncus elliottii?
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
Alvan Wentworth Chapman (1809-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chapm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:442925-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.