Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atratus
ID:
776585

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krock.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1787

Citation Micro:
Fl. Siles. 1: 562 (1787)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775918

Common Names

  • Atratus Rush
  • Atratus Soft Rush
  • Atratus Wood Rush

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Description

Juncus atratus (also called Dark 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 atratus 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 atratus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus atratus 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 atratus

Juncus atratus is native to Europe, occurring in the British Isles, France, Germany, and the Netherlands.

Juncus atratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus atratus?

Juncus atratus

What is the common name of Juncus atratus?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Juncus atratus?

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,

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