Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
firmus
ID:
777126

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
iopi

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Telopea 5: 311 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776459



Common Names

  • Firm Rush
  • Firm Soft Rush
  • Firm Wood Rush


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Description

Juncus firmus (also called Soft Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant with a cylindrical, jointed stem. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is commonly found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the banks of streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus firmus is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus firmus has small, greenish-brown flowers that are arranged in a terminal cluster. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings are short and slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus firmus is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or division. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. The seed can be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame or greenhouse. It is best to sow the seed in individual pots in a cold frame as it can be slow to germinate. The seedlings should be transplanted into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Juncus firmus

Juncus firmus is native to North America, where it is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams and rivers.

Juncus firmus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus firmus?

Juncus firmus

What is the common name of Juncus firmus?

Firm Rush

What type of plant is Juncus firmus?

Perennial grass-like plant

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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