Juncus aemulans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Liebm.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn 2: 38 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775754
Common Names
- Juncus aemulans
- Aemulans Rush
- Aemulan's Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus aemulans (also called 'False 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 aemulans is used in landscaping, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make baskets, mats, and other crafts. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat wounds, skin infections, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus aemulans has small, greenish-brown flowers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus aemulans can be propagated by division or seed. It is best grown in moist soils in full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soils, including clay, sand, and loam. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding.
Where to Find Juncus aemulans
Juncus aemulans is native to Europe, Asia, and North America.
Juncus aemulans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus aemulans?
Juncus aemulans
What is the common name of Juncus aemulans?
Emulous Rush
What is the natural habitat of Juncus aemulans?
Marshes, wet meadows, and lake and pond margins
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
Frederik Liebmann (1813-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liebm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:307717-2: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.