Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
valvatus
ID:
778201

Status:
valid

Authors:
Link

Source:
iopi

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Schrader) 1799(2): 316 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000777534



Common Names

  • Valvatus Rush
  • Valvatus Wood Rush
  • Valvatus Juncus


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Description

Juncus valvatus (also called Valve-Leaved Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Juncus valvatus are small, yellow-green, and clustered in a spike. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

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

Where to Find Juncus valvatus

Juncus valvatus can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams in western North America.

Juncus valvatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus valvatus?

Juncus valvatus

What is the common name of Juncus valvatus?

Valvate Rush

What is the natural habitat of Juncus valvatus?

Juncus valvatus 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,