Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rigidus
ID:
777835

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desf.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Fl. Atlant. 1: 312 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777168



Common Names

  • Rigidus Rush
  • Rigidus Wood Rush
  • Rigidus Juncus


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Description

Juncus rigidus (also called Rigid Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in wet meadows, grasslands, and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus rigidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an erosion control plant. It is also used in the production of baskets, mats, and other weaving materials.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus rigidus has small, greenish-brown flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus rigidus 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 rigidus

Juncus rigidus is native to Europe and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.

Juncus rigidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus rigidus?

Juncus rigidus

What is the common name of Juncus rigidus?

Rigid Rush

What is the natural habitat of Juncus rigidus?

Mesic to wet meadows, marshes, and wet prairies

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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