Juncus hesperius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Piper) Lint
Source:
iopi
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Preslia 74: 263 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776593
Common Names
- Western Rush
- Western Soft Rush
- Western Juncus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus hesperius (also called Western Needlegrass, among many other common names) is a species of rush native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, east to Montana and Wyoming. It is a perennial herb growing up to 1 meter tall, with a rhizome and a fibrous root system. It is found in wet meadows, streambanks, and other moist areas.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus hesperius 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Juncus hesperius 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 hesperius 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 hesperius
Juncus hesperius can be found in the Western United States, including California, Nevada, and Arizona.
Juncus hesperius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus hesperius?
Juncus hesperius
What is the common name of Juncus hesperius?
Western Rush
What is the natural habitat of Juncus hesperius?
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
Charles Piper (1867-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Piper' in the authors string.
Harold LeRoy Lint (1917-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lint' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1021645-2: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.