Juncus brasiliensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Breistr.
Source:
iopi
Year:
1947
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Sci. Isère , sér. 6, 1: 609 (1947)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000776008
Common Names
- Brazilian Rush
- Brazilian Wood Rush
- Brazilian Wood-Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Juncus brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in wet meadows, along streams, and in other wet habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Juncus brasiliensis 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 flowers of Juncus brasiliensis are small, yellow-green, and clustered in a spike. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Juncus brasiliensis can be propagated by division of clumps or by seed. It prefers moist soils and full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-10.
Where to Find Juncus brasiliensis
Juncus brasiliensis is native to Brazil and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wetland habitats.
Juncus brasiliensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Juncus brasiliensis?
Juncus brasiliensis
What type of plant is Juncus brasiliensis?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant
Where does Juncus brasiliensis 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,
References
Maurice A. F. Breistroffer (1910-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Breistr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:442751-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.