Juncus macrandrus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Coville
Source:
iopi
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Ill. Fl. Pacific States 1: 367 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776837
Common Names
- Macrandrus Rush
- Macrandrus Soft Rush
- Macrandrus Meadow Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus macrandrus (also called Long-stalked 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 macrandrus is a species of rush that is used for erosion control, as a groundcover, and as a decorative element in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus macrandrus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus macrandrus is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. For division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn. Plant the divisions in moist soil in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Juncus macrandrus
Juncus macrandrus can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Juncus macrandrus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus macrandrus?
Juncus macrandrus
What is the family of Juncus macrandrus?
Juncaceae
What is the common name of Juncus macrandrus?
Long-Stemmed 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,
References
Frederick Vernon Coville (1867-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coville' in the authors string.
LeRoy Abrams (1874-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Abrams' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:132194-2: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.