Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radula
ID:
777811

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buchenau

Source:
iopi

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Krit. Verz. Juncac. : 92 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777144



Common Names

  • Toothed Rush
  • Toothed Bulrush
  • Toothed Soft Rush


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Description

Juncus radula (also called Bristly 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 radula is used in landscaping and is often planted in wet areas, such as around ponds and streams. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion. The plant is also used as a decorative element in gardens and flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Juncus radula is a small, greenish-brown spikelet, with a single bract and a single flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus radula can be propagated by seed or division. To cultivate, plant in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. It is a drought tolerant plant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.

Where to Find Juncus radula

Juncus radula can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Juncus radula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus radula?

Juncus radula

What is the common name of Juncus radula?

Radula Rush

What type of plant is Juncus radula?

Perennial herbaceous 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,

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