Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inflexus
ID:
777292

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 326 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776625



Common Names

  • Inflexed Rush
  • Inflexed Soft Rush
  • Inflexed Wood Rush


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Description

Juncus inflexus (also called Inflexed Rush, among many other common names) is a species of rush native to Europe, Asia, and 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 inflexus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Juncus inflexus sub. brachytepalus (Trautv. ex V.I.Krecz. & Gontsch.) Novikov
Juncus inflexus sub. inflexus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus inflexus has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Seedlings emerge in early spring and are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus inflexus 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 inflexus

Juncus inflexus can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet areas in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Juncus inflexus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus inflexus?

Juncus inflexus

What type of plant is Juncus inflexus?

Grass

What is the common name of Juncus inflexus?

Inflexed 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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