Juncus acuminatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Michx.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1803
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1: 192 (1803)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775694
Common Names
- Juncus acuminatus
- Acuminate Juncus
- Acuminatus Juncus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus acuminatus (also called 'Taper-Leaved Rush', among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant with long, thin leaves. It is native to North America and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus acuminatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus acuminatus has small, greenish-brown flowers that are clustered in a terminal spike. The seeds are small, glossy, and black. The seedlings have two opposite, linear cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus acuminatus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Juncus acuminatus
Juncus acuminatus can be found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, bogs, and swamps, as well as along the edges of ponds and streams. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia.
Juncus acuminatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus acuminatus?
Juncus acuminatus
What is the common name of Juncus acuminatus?
Taper-leaved Rush
Where is Juncus acuminatus native to?
North America
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
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:442622-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.