Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gregiflorus
ID:
777236

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
iopi

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Contr. New South Wales Natl. Herb. 3: 243 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776569



Common Names

  • Greg's Rush
  • Greg's Soft Rush
  • Greg's Juncus


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Description

Juncus gregiflorus (also called Greg's 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 gregiflorus is an attractive ornamental grass that is commonly used in landscaping and garden design. It is also used for erosion control and to stabilize soil in areas that are prone to flooding or water runoff.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Juncus gregiflorus is a small, greenish-brown spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus gregiflorus is a perennial grass-like plant that grows to a height of around 1m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted immediately. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination has occurred.

Where to Find Juncus gregiflorus

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

Juncus gregiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus gregiflorus?

Juncus gregiflorus

What type of plant is Juncus gregiflorus?

Grass

What is the common name of Juncus gregiflorus?

Greg's Rush

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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