Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrophyllus
ID:
777508

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coville

Source:
iopi

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 1: 65 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776841



Common Names

  • Macrophyllus Rush
  • Macrophyllus Meadow-rush
  • Macrophyllus's Rush


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Description

Juncus macrophyllus (also called Large-leaved Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in clumps. It has a cylindrical stem with large, flat leaves and a small, rounded head. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and grows in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus macrophyllus 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

The flowers of Juncus macrophyllus are small, yellow-green, and clustered in a spike. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus macrophyllus 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 macrophyllus

Juncus macrophyllus can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Juncus macrophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus macrophyllus?

Juncus macrophyllus

What is the family of Juncus macrophyllus?

Juncaceae

What is the common name of Juncus macrophyllus?

Large-Leaved 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,

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