Juncus amabilis
Hollow Rush
Densely tufted perennial rush spreading from underground stems. Erect stems dull greyish-green to 2.5mm diam. with fine, raised & crowded ridges, split easily. Pith white, very open with large air spaces.
Additional information
- FamilyJuncaceae
- StoreyLower storey
- Size0.2 -1.2 m x 0.2-0.5 m
- Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
- LeavesLeaves reduced to a tight or loose sheath to 22 cm long, dark brown to reddish brown towards the base.
- Flower colourGreen, red-tinged
- Flowering timeNovember to February
- FlowersFlowers in one or more close or scattered roundish clusters; 3 stamens. Main bract continues above flowers for 40 cm. Capsules reddish-brown, as long or longer than flower.
- Bird attractingSeeds
- Butterfly attractingNo
- Frog habitatYes
- Growing conditionsSeasonally moist to inundated soils, tolerating drying out in summer. Full sun, semi shade.
- Garden useWet areas and pond and dam edges. Excellent habitat plant.
- Commercially availableIndigenous nursery
- Conservation statusLocally common within its preferred growing conditions
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Photographer/s: 1 Richard Hartland ©; 2, 3, 6 Marilyn Bull ©; 4, 5 Peter Kinchington ©
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