Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rohtangensis
ID:
777832

Status:
valid

Authors:
Goel & Aswal

Source:
iopi

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Indian J. Forest. 10: 262 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777165



Common Names

  • Rohtangensis Rush
  • Rohtangensis Wood Rush
  • Rohtangensis Juncus


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Description

Juncus rohtangensis (also called Rohtang Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in wet meadows, grasslands, and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus rohtangensis 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

The flower of Juncus rohtangensis 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 rohtangensis 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 rohtangensis

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

Juncus rohtangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus rohtangensis?

Juncus rohtangensis

What is the common name of Juncus rohtangensis?

Rohtang Rush

What is the natural habitat of Juncus rohtangensis?

Meadows, marshes, and stream banks

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

A.K. Goel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goel' in the authors string.
B.S. Aswal (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aswal' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:934024-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.