Status:
valid
Authors:
Sam.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Symb. Sin. 7: 1236 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776003
Common Names
- Short-Stigmed Rush
- Short-Stigmed Wood Rush
- Short-Stigmed Wood-Rush
Description
Juncus brachystigma (also called Short-Stigmed Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to North America and is found in wet meadows, along streams, and in other wet habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus brachystigma 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 brachystigma is a small, green, spike-shaped flower with no petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Juncus brachystigma is a perennial grass-like plant that grows up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed sown in autumn or spring. Plant the divisions or seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until established.
Where to Find Juncus brachystigma
Juncus brachystigma is native to North America and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wetland habitats.
Juncus brachystigma FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus brachystigma?
Juncus brachystigma
What type of plant is Juncus brachystigma?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant
Where does Juncus brachystigma grow?
It grows in wetland areas
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,