Juncus astreptus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson
Source:
iopi
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Aspects Tasmanian Bot. : 37 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775915
Common Names
- Astreptus Rush
- Astreptus Soft Rush
- Astreptus Wood Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus astreptus (also called False 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 astreptus 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 astreptus 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 astreptus 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 astreptus
Juncus astreptus is native to Europe, occurring in the British Isles, France, Germany, and the Netherlands.
Juncus astreptus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus astreptus?
Juncus astreptus
What is the common name of Juncus astreptus?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Juncus astreptus?
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
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:959494-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.