Poverty Rush
Juncus tenuis
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Basic Information
Family: Juncaceae
Genus: juncus
Plant ID (slug): juncus-tenuis
Numeric ID: 21732
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
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Physical Characteristics
Juncus tenuis is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). It is in flower from June to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist or wet soil.
Distribution
N. America - Alaska to Quebec, south to Texas. Widely naturalized and spreading in Britain.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
An infusion of the plant has been given to babies to prevent lameness and also used as a wash on babies to strengthen them[257].
Known Hazards
Although no reports of toxicity have been seen for this species, there is a report that one member of this genus is possibly toxic to mammals[76]..
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Juncus tenuis Poverty Rush
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