Juncus persicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 7: 101 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777055
Common Names
- Persicus Rush
- Persian Rush
- Persian Soft Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus persicus (also called Persian Rush, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Asia, and is found in moist woods, meadows, and along the edges of ponds and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus persicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Juncus persicus sub. libanoticus (J.Thiébaut) Novikov & SnogerupJuncus persicus sub. persicus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus persicus has small, greenish-brown flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus persicus is a hardy perennial that grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed. It is best to sow the seed in autumn or early spring.
Where to Find Juncus persicus
Juncus persicus can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Juncus persicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus persicus?
Juncus persicus
What is the common name of Juncus persicus?
Persian Rush
What type of plant is Juncus persicus?
Grass-like 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
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:443347-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.