Juncus fontanesii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Gay ex Laharpe
Source:
iopi
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Essai Monogr. Jonc. : 42 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776473
Common Names
- Fontane's Rush
- Fontane's Soft Rush
- Fontane's Wood Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus fontanesii (also called Fontanes' 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 fontanesii is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Juncus fontanesii sub. brachyanthus Trab.Juncus fontanesii sub. fontanesii
Juncus fontanesii sub. kotschyi (Boiss.) Snogerup
Juncus fontanesii sub. pyramidatus (Laharpe) Snogerup
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus fontanesii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus fontanesii 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 fontanesii
Juncus fontanesii can be found in the temperate and tropical regions of the world.
Juncus fontanesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus fontanesii?
Juncus fontanesii
What is the common name of Juncus fontanesii?
Fontanesii Rush
What type of plant is Juncus fontanesii?
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,
References
Jaques Étienne Gay (1786-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Gay' in the authors string.
Jean Jacques Charles de Laharpe (1802-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Laharpe' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:442981-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.