Juncus pallidus

Pale Rush

Dense tufted perennial rush spreading from underground stems. Erect bluish green to dull green stems to 8mm diam. with lightly raised ridges. Pith white, moderately dense, continuous.

Additional information

• FamilyJuncaceae
• StoreyMiddle storey
• Size0.5-2.2 m x 0.3-1 m
• Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
• LeavesLeaves reduced to a broad, loose pale green basal sheath to 40 cm, pale to dark brown towards the base.
• Flower colourPale green to straw coloured
• Flowering timeOctober to January
• FlowersScattered or clustered flowers on erect branched flowerhead; 6 stamens. Main bract continues above flowers for 35 cm. Capsules golden brown, as long or longer than flowers.
• Bird attractingSeeds, insects
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatYes
• Growing conditionsSeasonally wet and poorly drained soils in swampy scrub, forests and floodplains. Full sun, semi shade.
• Garden useA robust rush for wet areas, pond and dam edges.
• Commercially availableIndigenous nursery
• Conservation statusLocally common within its preferred growing conditions

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