Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
benghalensis
ID:
776640

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
iopi

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 3: 360 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775973

Common Names

  • Benghalensis Rush
  • Benghalensis Soft Rush
  • Benghalensis Wood Rush

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Description

Juncus benghalensis (also called Bengal Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant species in the Juncaceae family. It is native to India and grows in wet meadows, marshes, and along watercourses. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Juncus benghalensis is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to create a natural border or as a ground cover. It is also used to make baskets and other crafts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Juncus benghalensis is a small, greenish-brown, inconspicuous spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juncus benghalensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist to wet soil. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Juncus benghalensis

Juncus benghalensis is native to India and can be found in wetland habitats.

Juncus benghalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Juncus benghalensis?

Juncus benghalensis

What is the common name of Juncus benghalensis?

Bengal Rush

What is the natural habitat of Juncus benghalensis?

Juncus benghalensis is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of ponds and streams.

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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