Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arcticus
ID:
776516

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1799

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4. 2: 206 (1799)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775849

Common Names

  • Arctic Rush
  • Arctic Soft Rush
  • Arctic Wood Rush

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Description

Juncus arcticus (also called Arctic Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small, brown flowers. It is found in alpine and subalpine meadows, as well as in grasslands and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus arcticus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Juncus arcticus sub. alaskanus Hultén
Juncus arcticus sub. arcticus
Juncus arcticus sub. grubovii (Novikov) Novikov, Kirschner & Snogerup

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juncus arcticus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus arcticus can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, dig up the plant in early spring and divide the clump into smaller sections. Replant the sections in a moist, well-draining soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil in the spring. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate, which usually takes about two weeks.

Where to Find Juncus arcticus

Juncus arcticus is native to the Arctic, occurring in Alaska, Canada, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, and Russia.

Juncus arcticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus arcticus?

Juncus arcticus

What is the common name of Juncus arcticus?

Arctic Rush

What is the natural habitat of Juncus arcticus?

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,

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