Juncus laeviusculus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson
Source:
iopi
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Aspects Tasmanian Bot. : 38 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776689
Common Names
- Laeviusculus Rush
- Laeviusculus Meadow-rush
- Laeviusculus's Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus laeviusculus (also called Smooth Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant found in wetland habitats in the Northern Hemisphere. It has thin, cylindrical stems with small, pointed leaves and small, greenish-brown flowers. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus laeviusculus 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Juncus laeviusculus sub. laeviusculusJuncus laeviusculus sub. illawarrensis L.A.S.Johnson
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus laeviusculus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus laeviusculus is a perennial grass that can reach up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Juncus laeviusculus
Juncus laeviusculus is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia, where it is found in wet meadows and marshes.
Juncus laeviusculus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus laeviusculus?
Juncus laeviusculus
What is the common name of Juncus laeviusculus?
Smooth Rush
What is the natural habitat of Juncus laeviusculus?
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
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:959492-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.