Juncus planifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 259 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777078
Common Names
- Flat-Leaved Rush
- Plain-Leaved Rush
- Broad-Leaved Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus planifolius (also called Flat-leaved 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 planifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus planifolius has small, yellow-green flowers with 6 petals and 6 stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus planifolius is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. It is also tolerant of salt spray and can be used in coastal gardens.
Where to Find Juncus planifolius
Juncus planifolius is native to Europe and Asia, and can be found in wet meadows and marshes.
Juncus planifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus planifolius?
Juncus planifolius
What is the common name of Juncus planifolius?
Flat-Leaved Rush
What type of plant is Juncus planifolius?
Perennial rush
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
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:443362-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.