Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilicaulis
ID:
777219

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Camus

Source:
iopi

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 1: 279 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776552



Common Names

  • Graceful Rush
  • Slender Rush
  • Graceful-Stemmed Rush


Searching for Juncus gracilicaulis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Juncus gracilicaulis (also called slender-stemmed rush, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has narrow, cylindrical leaves and small, greenish-brown flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open areas and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus gracilicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus gracilicaulis has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, thin leaves.

Searching for Juncus gracilicaulis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus gracilicaulis is a perennial grass that can reach up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Juncus gracilicaulis

Juncus gracilicaulis can be found in wet areas in the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.

Juncus gracilicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus gracilicaulis?

Juncus gracilicaulis

What is the common name of Juncus gracilicaulis?

Graceful Rush

What type of plant is Juncus gracilicaulis?

Perennial grass-like herb

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