Juncus heldreichianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Marsson ex Parl.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ital. 2: 315 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776585
Common Names
- Heldreich's Rush
- Heldreich's Soft Rush
- Heldreich's Juncus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus heldreichianus (also called Heldreich's Rush, among many other common names) is a species of rush native to North America. It is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in moist areas, such as wet meadows, streambanks, and lake shores. It has a slender stem with a few leaves and a small inflorescence of flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus heldreichianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil in wet areas and to prevent erosion.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Juncus heldreichianus sub. heldreichianusJuncus heldreichianus sub. orientalis Snogerup
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Juncus heldreichianus is a small, greenish-brown spikelet with a single, terminal flower. The seed is a small, black, shiny nut-like seed. The seedlings are small, green, and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus heldreichianus 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 heldreichianus
Juncus heldreichianus can be found in the Eastern Mediterranean region, including Turkey, Greece, and Bulgaria.
Juncus heldreichianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus heldreichianus?
Juncus heldreichianus
What is the common name of Juncus heldreichianus?
Heldreich's Rush
What is the natural habitat of Juncus heldreichianus?
Moist meadows, marshes, and stream banks
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
Filippo Parlatore (1816-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parl.' in the authors string.
Theodor Marsson (1816-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Marsson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:443037-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.