Juncus tingitanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maire & Weiller
Source:
iopi
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Fl. Afrique N. 4: 284 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777437
Common Names
- Tingitanus Rush
- Tingitanus Woodrush
- Tingitanus Wood-rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus tingitanus (also called Tingitana 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 Africa 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 tingitanus 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 tingitanus 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 tingitanus is a perennial species that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or early summer, and the clumps should be replanted immediately. Juncus tingitanus prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Juncus tingitanus
Juncus tingitanus can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.
Juncus tingitanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus tingitanus?
Juncus tingitanus
What is the common name of Juncus tingitanus?
N/A
What type of plant is Juncus tingitanus?
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
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Marc Weiller (1880-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weiller' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:443587-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.