Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.Y.Qian
Source:
iopi
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 21: 3 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808923
Common Names
- Juncus Lancangensis
- Lancangensis Rush
- Lancangensis' Rush
Description
Juncus lancangensis (also called Lancang River Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with small greenish flowers. It is native to China and is found in wetland habitats such as swamps, marshes and lake margins.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus lancangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in some areas. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus lancangensis has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Juncus lancangensis can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Juncus lancangensis
Juncus lancangensis can be found in China.
Juncus lancangensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus lancangensis?
Juncus lancangensis
What type of plant is Juncus lancangensis?
Grass
Where is Juncus lancangensis native to?
China
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,