Juncus saximontanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Nelson
Source:
iopi
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 29: 401 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777194
Common Names
- Saximontane Rush
- Saximontane Soft Rush
- Saximontane Meadow Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus saximontanus (also called Rocky Mountain Rush, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with a tufted habit and narrow, grass-like leaves. It is native to North America, and is typically found in dry, sunny habitats such as rocky slopes and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus saximontanus 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 saximontanus 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 saximontanus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers moist soils and can be propagated by division in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer.
Where to Find Juncus saximontanus
Juncus saximontanus can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and ditches in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Juncus saximontanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus saximontanus?
Juncus saximontanus
What is the common name of Juncus saximontanus?
Mountain Rush
What is the natural habitat of Juncus saximontanus?
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
Aven Nelson (1859-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Nelson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:443451-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.