Juncus subulitepalus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Balslev
Source:
iopi
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 68: 136 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777328
Common Names
- Verticillate Rush
- Verticillate Soft Rush
- Verticillate Soft-Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus subulitepalus (also called Slender-Leaved Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 0.5 m (1.6 ft) tall. It has a cylindrical stem with a few branches, and its leaves are reduced to a sheath. It is native to Europe and temperate Asia, and is found in wet habitats such as marshes, bogs, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus subulitepalus 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus subulitepalus has small, greenish-brown flowers with 6 petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus subulitepalus is a perennial herb native to North America. It can be grown from seed or propagated by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It is best to divide the plants every two to three years to keep them healthy and vigorous.
Where to Find Juncus subulitepalus
Juncus subulitepalus is native to Europe and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.
Juncus subulitepalus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus subulitepalus?
Juncus subulitepalus
What is the common name of Juncus subulitepalus?
Slenderleaf Rush
Where is Juncus subulitepalus found?
It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America
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
Henrik Balslev (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balslev' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:302293-2: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.