Status:
valid
Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson
Source:
iopi
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Austral. , ed. 3, 1: 325 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776464
Common Names
- Yellowish Rush
- Yellowish Soft Rush
- Yellowish Wood Rush
Description
Juncus flavidus (also called Pale Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant with a cylindrical, jointed stem. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is commonly found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the banks of streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus flavidus 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 flavidus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Juncus flavidus 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 flavidus
Juncus flavidus is native to North America, where it is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams and rivers.
Juncus flavidus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus flavidus?
Juncus flavidus
What is the common name of Juncus flavidus?
Flavid Rush
What type of plant is Juncus flavidus?
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,