Juncus thomasii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ten.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (NAP, Neapolitano) 1827(App.): 3 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777427
Common Names
- Thomas' Rush
- Thomas' Soft Rush
- Thomas' Soft-Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus thomasii (also called Thomas' Rush, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that grows up to a height of 30-90 cm. It is native to North America and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams. It has a thick, cylindrical stem with a pointed tip and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus thomasii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of fiber for making rope and baskets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Juncus thomasii has small, greenish-brown flowers. Seeds: The seeds are small, dark brown, and glossy. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with a single, slender stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus thomasii is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade in moist to wet soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water regularly and fertilize lightly in the spring.
Where to Find Juncus thomasii
Juncus thomasii can be found in the United States and Mexico.
Juncus thomasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus thomasii?
Juncus thomasii
What is the common name of Juncus thomasii?
N/A
What type of plant is Juncus thomasii?
Herbaceous perennial
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
Michele Tenore (1780-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ten.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:443582-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.