Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
krameri
ID:
777342

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch. & Sav.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Jap. 2: 99 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776675



Common Names

  • Kramer's Rush
  • Kramer's Meadow-rush
  • Krameri's Rush


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Description

Juncus krameri (also called Kramer's Rush, among many other common names) is a species of rush in the family Juncaceae. It is native to much of Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and it can be found in a variety of habitats, from wet meadows to dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus krameri is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower beds, and can also be used to create natural-looking erosion control barriers in areas prone to flooding.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus krameri has small, yellow-green flowers with 3-6 tepals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus krameri 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 krameri

Juncus krameri is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia, where it is found in wet meadows and marshes.

Juncus krameri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus krameri?

Juncus krameri

What is the common name of Juncus krameri?

Kramer's Rush

What is the natural habitat of Juncus krameri?

Moist meadows, wetland margins, and shallow water

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

Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Paul Amédée Ludovic Savatier (1830-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sav.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:443100-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.