Juncus phaeocephalus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engelm.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Trans. Acad. Sci. St. Louis 2: 484 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777062
Common Names
- Phaeocephalus Rush
- Dusky-headed Rush
- Dusky-headed Soft Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus phaeocephalus (also called Dark-headed Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It has a creeping habit, with stems up to 60 cm long and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in moist areas, such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus phaeocephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Juncus phaeocephalus var. phaeocephalusJuncus phaeocephalus var. paniculatus Engelm.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus phaeocephalus 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 phaeocephalus 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 phaeocephalus
Juncus phaeocephalus can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Juncus phaeocephalus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus phaeocephalus?
Juncus phaeocephalus
What is the common name of Juncus phaeocephalus?
Dark-headed Rush
What type of plant is Juncus phaeocephalus?
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
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:443350-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.