Juncus stipulatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Nees & Meyen
Source:
iopi
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
Observ. Bot. : 126 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777278
Common Names
- Stipulate Rush
- Stipulate Bulrush
- Stipulate Wood Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus stipulatus (also called the Stipulate Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It typically grows in wet habitats, such as marshes, meadows, and along the edges of streams and lakes.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus stipulatus is a popular ornamental plant used in landscaping, as it is drought tolerant and can be used to create a lush, green look. It is also used to create a natural habitat for wildlife, and can be used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Juncus stipulatus var. chilensis (Gay) KirschnerJuncus stipulatus var. stipulatus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus stipulatus has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and grass-like.
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Juncus stipulatus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant once established and can be propagated by seed or by division.
Where to Find Juncus stipulatus
Juncus stipulatus can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and ditches in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Juncus stipulatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus stipulatus?
Juncus stipulatus
What is the common name of Juncus stipulatus?
Stipule-leaved Rush
What is the habitat of Juncus stipulatus?
Moist to wet soils, often in open areas
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
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Franz Meyen (1804-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meyen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:324780-2: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.