Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stygius
ID:
777962

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat., ed. 10. 2: 987 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777295



Common Names

  • Stygian Rush
  • Stygian Bulrush
  • Stygian Wood Rush


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Description

Juncus stygius (also called the Stygian 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 stygius 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 stygius sub. americanus (Buchenau) Hultén
Juncus stygius sub. stygius

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus stygius 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus stygius 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 stygius

Juncus stygius can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and ditches in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Juncus stygius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus stygius?

Juncus stygius

What is the common name of Juncus stygius?

Stygian Rush

What is the habitat of Juncus stygius?

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,

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