Juncus supiniformis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engelm.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Trans. Acad. Sci. St. Louis 2: 461 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777336
Common Names
- Supiniform Rush
- Supiniform Soft Rush
- Supiniform Soft-Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus supiniformis (also called Upright 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 supiniformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in the construction of baskets and mats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus supiniformis 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 supiniformis 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 supiniformis
Juncus supiniformis can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.
Juncus supiniformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus supiniformis?
Juncus supiniformis
What is the common name of Juncus supiniformis?
Upright Rush
What is the natural habitat of Juncus supiniformis?
Moist meadows, swamps, and marshes
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
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:443551-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.