Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
usitatus
ID:
778185

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
iopi

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Contr. New South Wales Natl. Herb. 3: 241 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777518



Common Names

  • Usitatus Rush
  • Usitatus Soft Rush
  • Usitatus Meadow Rush


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Description

Juncus usitatus (also called Common 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 usitatus 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 usitatus has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus usitatus 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 usitatus prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Juncus usitatus

Juncus usitatus is native to North America and can be found in wetland areas.

Juncus usitatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus usitatus?

Juncus usitatus

What is the common name of Juncus usitatus?

Usitatus Rush

What is the natural habitat of Juncus usitatus?

Juncus usitatus is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams and lakes.

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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