Juncus hondurensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Proćków
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 439: 95 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000023308
Common Names
- Juncus hondurensis
- Honduran Juncus
- Honduran Star-grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus hondurensis (also called Honduran Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central America. It grows up to 1 m tall and has small brown flowers. It is found in wet meadows and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus hondurensis is a species of flowering plant in the Juncaceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Juncus hondurensis are small, greenish-brown and appear in clusters. The seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and needle-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus hondurensis is a perennial herb that can grow up to 0.5-1 m tall. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered position. Division should be done in early summer.
Where to Find Juncus hondurensis
Juncus hondurensis is found in the tropical rainforests of Central America.
Juncus hondurensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus hondurensis?
Juncus hondurensis
What is the common name of Juncus hondurensis?
Honduran Rush
Where is Juncus hondurensis found?
Central and South America
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77209769-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.