Juncus textilis
Basket Rush
Also known as: Juncus lesueurii var. elatus S.Watson
- Juncus lesueurii var. elatus S.Watson
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Juncaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.
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Juncus textilis (commonly known as Basket Rush) is a rush belonging to the Juncaceae family. Naturally occurring in North America, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions. The genus Juncus is notably large, comprising more than 350 species.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Rush
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
California, Mexico Northwest