Juncus biflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Elliott
Source:
iopi
Year:
1817
Citation Micro:
Sketch Bot. S. Carolina 1: 407 (1817)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775980
Common Names
- Biflorus Rush
- Biflorus Soft Rush
- Biflorus Wood Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus biflorus (also called Two-flowered Rush, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial grass-like plant with a creeping rhizome. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus biflorus 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 biflorus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus biflorus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Juncus biflorus
Juncus biflorus is native to North America and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wetland habitats.
Juncus biflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus biflorus?
Juncus biflorus
What is the common name of Juncus biflorus?
Two-Flowered Rush
What is the natural habitat of Juncus biflorus?
Juncus biflorus 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,
References
Stephen Elliott (1771-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elliott' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:442729-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.