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(Juncus jacquinii)
Jacquin’s Rush (Juncus jacquinii)
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Juncus jacquinii, commonly known as Jacquin’s Rush, is an evergreen perennial herb, native to alpine and subalpine wetlands, including moist meadows and marshy areas across Europe and Western Asia. It typically grows at a moderate rate to a height of 1.6-2.3 feet (0.49-0.7 meters) and forms dense clumps of cylindrical, hollow, and dark green stems. The flowers are small, greenish-brown, and clustered at the top of the stems, blooming in the summer. While not showy, the flowers add a subtle texture to the plant’s appearance.
Jacquin’s Rush is valued for its ability to thrive in wet conditions and is often used in water gardens, rain gardens, and for erosion control along stream banks. It is also suitable for naturalistic plantings in moist areas of the garden. This rush prefers full sun to part shade and grows best in medium to slow-draining clay or loam soils that are consistently moist or wet. It is relatively low-maintenance but may require division every few years to manage its spread.CC BY-SA 4.0
Jacquin’s Rush is valued for its ability to thrive in wet conditions and is often used in water gardens, rain gardens, and for erosion control along stream banks. It is also suitable for naturalistic plantings in moist areas of the garden. This rush prefers full sun to part shade and grows best in medium to slow-draining clay or loam soils that are consistently moist or wet. It is relatively low-maintenance but may require division every few years to manage its spread.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Grass
- Height: 1.6-2.3 feet
- Width: 0.5-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: High
- Drainage: Medium, Slow, Standing
Common Uses
Erosion Control, Low Maintenance, Water Garden
Natural Habitat
Alpine and subalpine wetlands across Europe and Western Asia
Other Names
Common Names: Bog Rush, Jacquin’s Rush
Scientific Names: , Juncus jacquinii, Juncus atratus, Juncus castaneus, Juncus jacquinii var. biceps,
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