Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sikkimensis
ID:
777895

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 6: 399 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777228



Common Names

  • Sikkim Rush
  • Sikkim Bulrush
  • Sikkim Wood Rush


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Description

Juncus sikkimensis (also called Sikkim Rush, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with a tufted habit and narrow, grass-like leaves. It is native to Asia, and is typically found in dry, sunny habitats such as rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus sikkimensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in erosion control and for water filtration.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus sikkimensis has small, yellow flowers with six petals and six sepals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus sikkimensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate drought once established.

Where to Find Juncus sikkimensis

Juncus sikkimensis can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and wet soils in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.

Juncus sikkimensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus sikkimensis?

Juncus sikkimensis

What is the common name of Juncus sikkimensis?

Sikkim Rush

What is the natural habitat of Juncus sikkimensis?

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,

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