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Scientific Name

Juncus kraussii

Family

Juncaceae

Description

This perennial rush grows to 50 cm tall, with a rhizomatous habit.

It often grows in thick tussocks or clumps.

The plant’s stems are cylindrical to slightly flattened in cross-section, and are 1.5-3 mm in diameter.

Flowers grow in clusters, with brown perianths and 2-3.5 mm long segments.

There are 4-6 flowers in each cluster and 15-50 clusters per inflorescence.

The plant flowers throughout the year.

Distribution

Jointed rush grows in the coastal areas of south-east Queensland.

Flowering Period

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Distribution

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Features

grass-like

upright

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