Juncus megalophyllus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Y.Bao
Source:
iopi
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Fl. Yunnanica 15: 804 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796185
Common Names
- Juncus megalophyllus
- Megalophyllus
- Juncus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus megalophyllus (also called Large-leaved Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to China and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus megalophyllus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Juncus megalophyllus are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus megalophyllus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a moist, well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Juncus megalophyllus
Juncus megalophyllus is native to the western United States, from California to Montana, and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along stream banks.
Juncus megalophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus megalophyllus?
Juncus megalophyllus
What is the common name of Juncus megalophyllus?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Juncus megalophyllus?
It is native to China and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant
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
Shi Ying Bao (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Bao' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77068164-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.