Juncus petrophilus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miyam.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Bull. Univ. Mus. Univ. Tokyo 42(4): 52 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339269
Common Names
- Juncus petrophilus
- Petrophilus Juncus
- Petrophilus Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus petrophilus (also called Rock-loving Juncus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Juncaceae. It is native to the Andes Mountains in Peru and Bolivia. It is an herbaceous perennial with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus petrophilus is used as a source of firewood, timber, and forage for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine and for making charcoal.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus petrophilus has white flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and long, with light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus petrophilus is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Juncus petrophilus
Juncus petrophilus is native to western North America, and can be found in the wild in California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.
Juncus petrophilus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus petrophilus?
Juncus petrophilus
Where is Juncus petrophilus found?
Juncus petrophilus is found in Europe and North Africa
What is the growth habit of Juncus petrophilus?
Juncus petrophilus is an evergreen perennial with a low-growing habit
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
Futoshi Miyamoto (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miyam.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77138797-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.