Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
novae-zelandiae
ID:
777650

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 264 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776983



Common Names

  • Juncus novae-zelandiae
  • New Zealand Rush
  • New Zealand Soft Rush


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Description

Juncus novae-zelandiae (also called New Zealand Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with long, slender stems and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to New Zealand and is often found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of streams and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus novae-zelandiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover, and is also used in erosion control and as a component of wetland restoration projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus novae-zelandiae has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in a single spike. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. Seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus novae-zelandiae is a species of rush native to New Zealand. It is an evergreen perennial plant that grows in moist, sunny areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in early spring or late fall. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly and keep it moist. The seeds should germinate in 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Juncus novae-zelandiae

Juncus novae-zelandiae is found in wetland habitats in New Zealand.

Juncus novae-zelandiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus novae-zelandiae?

Juncus novae-zelandiae

What is the common name of Juncus novae-zelandiae?

New Zealand Rush

What is the habitat of Juncus novae-zelandiae?

It is found in wet areas such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows

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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