Juncus socotranus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Buchenau) Snogerup
Source:
iopi
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 23: 49 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777239
Common Names
- Socotran Rush
- Socotran Bulrush
- Socotran Wood Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus socotranus (also called Socotran 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 socotranus 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 socotranus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus socotranus 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 socotranus
Juncus socotranus can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and wet soils in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
Juncus socotranus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus socotranus?
Juncus socotranus
What is the common name of Juncus socotranus?
Socotran Rush
What type of plant is Juncus socotranus?
Perennial herbaceous plant
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
Franz Georg Philipp Buchenau (1831-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buchenau' in the authors string.
Sven Emil Snogerup (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Snogerup' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:975183-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.