Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prismatocarpus
ID:
777771

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 259 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777104



Common Names

  • Prism-Fruited Rush
  • Prism-Fruited Bulrush
  • Prism-Fruited Soft Rush


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Description

Juncus prismatocarpus (also called Prismatic-fruited Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and on the banks of streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus prismatocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Juncus prismatocarpus sub. leschenaultii (J.Gay ex Laharpe) Kirschner
Juncus prismatocarpus sub. prismatocarpus
Juncus prismatocarpus var. prismatocarpus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus prismatocarpus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus prismatocarpus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the western United States. It is typically found in moist soils, such as along streams and in wet meadows. It is propagated by division or seed. Division is the most common method of propagation, and it should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds can be sown in the spring or fall, and they should be covered lightly with soil. The soil should be kept moist until the seedlings emerge.

Where to Find Juncus prismatocarpus

Juncus prismatocarpus is native to Europe and Asia, and can be found in wet meadows and marshes.

Juncus prismatocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus prismatocarpus?

Juncus prismatocarpus

What is the common name of Juncus prismatocarpus?

Many-Fruited Rush

What type of plant is Juncus prismatocarpus?

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:443381-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.