Juncus procerus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Mey.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1828
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 3: 367 (1828)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777110
Common Names
- Tall Rush
- Tall Bulrush
- Tall Soft Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus procerus (also called Tall 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 procerus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus procerus 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 procerus 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 procerus
Juncus procerus is native to Europe and Asia, and can be found in wet meadows and marshes.
Juncus procerus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus procerus?
Juncus procerus
What is the common name of Juncus procerus?
Tall Rush
What type of plant is Juncus procerus?
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
Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:443382-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.