Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ochraceus
ID:
777662

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buchenau

Source:
iopi

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Abh. Naturwiss. Vereine Bremen 3: 292 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776995



Common Names

  • Juncus ochraceus
  • Ochre Rush
  • Ochre Soft Rush


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Juncus ochraceus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus ochraceus has small, yellowish-brown flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus ochraceus is a species of rush native to Europe, Asia, and North America. 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 ochraceus

Juncus ochraceus is found in wetland habitats in Europe, North America, and Asia.

Juncus ochraceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus ochraceus?

Juncus ochraceus

What is the common name of Juncus ochraceus?

Ochre Rush

What is the habitat of Juncus ochraceus?

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