Juncus articulatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 327 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775879
Common Names
- Articulatus Rush
- Articulatus Soft Rush
- Articulatus Wood Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus articulatus (also called Jointed 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 articulatus 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 articulatus sub. limosus (Vorosch.) Vorosch.Juncus articulatus sub. articulatus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Juncus articulatus 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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Juncus articulatus 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 articulatus
Juncus articulatus is native to Europe, occurring in the British Isles, France, Germany, and the Netherlands.
Juncus articulatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus articulatus?
Juncus articulatus
What is the common name of Juncus articulatus?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Juncus articulatus?
It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South 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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:442698-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.