Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foliosus
ID:
777138

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desf.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Fl. Atlant. 1: 315 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776471



Common Names

  • Leafy Rush
  • Leafy Soft Rush
  • Leafy Wood Rush


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Description

Juncus foliosus (also called Leafy 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 foliosus 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 foliosus 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 foliosus 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 foliosus

Juncus foliosus can be found in the temperate and tropical regions of the world.

Juncus foliosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus foliosus?

Juncus foliosus

What is the common name of Juncus foliosus?

Foliosus Rush

What type of plant is Juncus foliosus?

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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