Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Koch
Source:
iopi
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 21: 627 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775772
Common Names
- Juncus alpigenus
- Alpigenus Rush
- Alpigene's Rush
Description
Juncus alpigenus (also called Alpine Meadow Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant species in the Juncaceae family. It is native to Europe and grows in wet meadows, marshes, and along watercourses. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus alpigenus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and soil stabilization. It is also used for making baskets and mats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus alpigenus has small, white, cylindrical flowers that grow in clusters. The seed is a small, round nutlet, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Juncus alpigenus 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 alpigenus
Juncus alpigenus is native to Europe, Asia, and North America.
Juncus alpigenus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus alpigenus?
Juncus alpigenus
What type of plant is Juncus alpigenus?
Grass-like herbaceous perennial
What is the optimal growing condition for Juncus alpigenus?
Full sun to partial shade, moist to wet soil
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,