Soft Rush
Juncus effusus
Botanical plate of Juncus effusus — Curtis-style illustration.
Juncus effusus is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant species in the rush family Juncaceae, with the common names common rush or soft rush. In North America, the common name soft rush also refers to Juncus interior.
Quick Facts
| Scientific name | Juncus effusus |
| Family | Juncaceae |
| Height | 2-4 ft |
| Bloom time | Jun-Aug |
| Sun | Full sun to part shade |
| Moisture | Wet |
| Soil | Muck |
| Wildlife value | Round green stems in tight clumps; core bioswale plant; cover for wetland wildlife |
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Image Credits
- The original uploader was Meggar at English Wikipedia. (CC BY-SA 3.0)
- Rosser1954 Roger Griffith (Public domain)