Juncus vaginatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 258 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777525
Common Names
- Vaginate Rush
- Vaginate Soft Rush
- Vaginate Meadow Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus vaginatus (also called Sheathed 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 vaginatus 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 vaginatus has small, greenish-brown flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, slender stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus vaginatus 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 vaginatus prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Juncus vaginatus
Juncus vaginatus is native to North America and can be found in wetland areas.
Juncus vaginatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus vaginatus?
Juncus vaginatus
What is the common name of Juncus vaginatus?
Sheathed Rush
What is the natural habitat of Juncus vaginatus?
Juncus vaginatus 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,
References
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:443638-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.