Juncus repens

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Juncus repens
Juncus repens SEF.jpg
Photo by the Southeastern Flora Database
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Division: Magnoliophyta - Flowering plants
Class: Liliopsida - Moncots
Order: Juncales
Family: Juncaceae
Genus: Juncus
Species: J. repens
Binomial name
Juncus repens
Michx.
JUNC REPE DIST.JPG
Natural range of Juncus repens from USDA NRCS Plants Database.

Taxonomic Notes

Synonyms: none

Varieties: none

Description

J. repens, also known as lesser creeping rush, is a native annual perennial with a graminoid growth habit that is in the Juncaceae family. It contains rhizomatous growth for rapid clonal reproduction as well. The mature height can reach up to 6.8 feet, yet a short lifespan. [1]

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