Juncus biflorus

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Juncus biflorus
Juncus biflorus AVF.JPG
Photo by Gary Fleming at the Digital Atlas of the Virginia Flora
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Division: Magnoliophyta - Flowering plants
Class: Liliopsida - Moncots
Order: Juncales
Family: Juncaceae
Genus: Juncus
Species: J. biflorus
Binomial name
Juncus biflorus
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JUNC BIFL DIST.JPG
Natural range of Juncus biflorus from USDA NRCS Plants Database.

Taxonomic Notes

Synonyms: Juncus marginatus Rostkovius, and Juncus aristulatus Michaux var. biflorus (Elliott) Small

Varieties: none

Description

Also known as bog rush, J. biflorus is a native perennial graminoid that is a member of the Juncaceae family. It has a rapid rhizomatous growth form reaching a mature height of 3.5 feet. [1]

Distribution

J. biflorus can be found in the Southeastern United States from Mississippi and up to Michigan as well as along the Atlantic coast to New Jersey. [1]

Ecology

Habitat

Conservation and Management

J. biflorus is listed as endangered in the state of New York, and is listed as threatened in the state of Pennsylvania. [1]

Cultivation and restoration

Photo Gallery

References and notes