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Juncus brachycarpus

Shore Rush, Short Fruited Rush
Other regional names: White Root Rush +1 more
  • White Root Rush
  • Whiteroot Rush
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Juncaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.

Juncus brachycarpus (commonly known as Shore Rush or Short-Fruited Rush) is a rush belonging to the Juncaceae family. Found natively in North America, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is part of the broad Juncus genus, encompassing over 350 species globally.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Rush
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Eastern Canada, North-Central U.S.A., Northeastern U.S.A., South-Central U.S.A., Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Ontario, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
New Zealand North

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