Juncus howellii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.J.Herm.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 5: 182 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776607
Common Names
- Howell's Rush
- Howell's Soft Rush
- Howell's Wood Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus howellii (also called Howell's Rush, among many other common names) is a species of rush native to North America. 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 howellii 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 howellii 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 howellii is a perennial herbaceous plant with a rhizomatous root system. It is best grown in moist soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Juncus howellii
Juncus howellii can be found in the Western United States, including California, Nevada, and Arizona.
Juncus howellii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus howellii?
Juncus howellii
What is the common name of Juncus howellii?
Howell's Rush
What is the natural habitat of Juncus howellii?
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
Frederick Joseph Hermann (1906-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.J.Herm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:132154-2: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.