Juncus salsuginosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz. ex C.A.Mey.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ross. 4: 230 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777189
Common Names
- Salt Rush
- Salt Soft Rush
- Salt Meadow Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus salsuginosus (also called Salt Rush, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with a tufted habit and narrow, grass-like leaves. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is typically found in saline habitats such as salt marshes and coastal dunes.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus salsuginosus 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 salsuginosus has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in a single spike. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. Seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus salsuginosus 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 salsuginosus
Juncus salsuginosus can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and ditches in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Juncus salsuginosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus salsuginosus?
Juncus salsuginosus
What is the common name of Juncus salsuginosus?
Salt Rush
What is the natural habitat of Juncus salsuginosus?
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,
References
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:443447-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.