Juncus fascinatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(M.C.Johnst.) W.M.Knapp
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 174: 256 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424066
Common Names
- Juncus Fascinatus
- Fascinatus Rush
- Juncus Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus fascinatus (also called Fascinating rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a rhizome. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus fascinatus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Juncus fascinatus is a small, green, bell-shaped flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus fascinatus is a tropical grass native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done when the grass is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Provide adequate light and humidity for the seedlings to thrive.
Where to Find Juncus fascinatus
Juncus fascinatus is native to the Mediterranean region.
Juncus fascinatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus fascinatus?
Juncus fascinatus
What is the common name of Juncus fascinatus?
Fascinated rush
What is the natural habitat of Juncus fascinatus?
It is native to South America and can be found in wet areas such as marshes and swamps
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
Marshall Conring Johnston (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.C.Johnst.' in the authors string.
Wesley M. Knapp: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.M.Knapp' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77142399-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.