Juncus brachycephalus, commonly known as Short-headed Rush, is a perennial herb that is native to wet meadows, marshes, and the edges of ponds and streams in various regions of North America. It is a grass-like plant that typically grows to a height of 10-60 cm (4-24 inches) and is characterized by its clumping habit and cylindrical, hollow, and unbranched stems. The flowers of Short-headed Rush are small, greenish to brownish, and not particularly showy, appearing in dense clusters at the stem tips from late spring to mid-summer. This plant does not produce notable bark, berries, or fruit.

Short-headed Rush is valued for its ability to thrive in wet conditions and is often used in rain gardens, wetland restoration projects, and as a soil stabilizer along water edges. It is low maintenance and can be an attractive addition to water features or naturalized areas in a garden. For cultivation, it requires consistently moist to wet soil and can tolerate a range of light conditions from full sun to part shade. It is generally free from serious pests and diseases but can become invasive if not managed properly in garden settings.CC BY-SA 4.0