Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kraussii
ID:
777344

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochst.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Flora 28: 342 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776677



Common Names

  • Krauss's Rush
  • Krauss's Meadow-rush
  • Kraussii's Rush


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Description

Juncus kraussii (also called Krauss's Rush, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Juncaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in wet meadows and disturbed areas. It is a small, perennial plant, with long, slender stems and narrow, linear leaves. The flowers are small and green, and are borne in clusters.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus kraussii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds, and is also used to create natural-looking erosion control barriers in areas prone to flooding.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Juncus kraussii sub. austerus (Buchenau) Snogerup
Juncus kraussii sub. australiensis (Buchenau) Snogerup
Juncus kraussii sub. kraussii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus kraussii 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 kraussii 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 kraussii

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

Juncus kraussii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus kraussii?

Juncus kraussii

What is the common name of Juncus kraussii?

Krauss' Rush

What is the natural habitat of Juncus kraussii?

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,