Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uncialis
ID:
778178

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
iopi

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 2: 105 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777511



Common Names

  • Uncialis Rush
  • Uncialis Woodrush
  • Uncialis Wood-rush


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Description

Juncus uncialis (also called Uncial Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows to a height of up to 1.5 feet. It has three-angled stems, with small, three-petaled flowers. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is commonly found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of streams and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus uncialis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of fiber for making rope and baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus uncialis has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a pointed end. The seedlings are thin and cylindrical with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus uncialis is a species of rush that is native to Europe. It can be grown in moist soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division of the clumps in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Juncus uncialis

Juncus uncialis can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Juncus uncialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus uncialis?

Juncus uncialis

What is the common name of Juncus uncialis?

Uncial Rush

Where is Juncus uncialis found?

Juncus uncialis is found in Europe, North Africa, and Asia

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

Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:132362-2: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.