Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thompsonianus
ID:
778097

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
iopi

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Aspects Tasmanian Bot. : 45 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777430



Common Names

  • Thompson's Rush
  • Thompson's Soft Rush
  • Thompson's Soft-Rush


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Description

Juncus thompsonianus (also called Thompson's 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 thompsonianus 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 thompsonianus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus thompsonianus 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 thompsonianus

Juncus thompsonianus can be found in the United States and Mexico.

Juncus thompsonianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus thompsonianus?

Juncus thompsonianus

What is the common name of Juncus thompsonianus?

N/A

What type of plant is Juncus thompsonianus?

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,

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