Juncus procerus

Tall Rush

Dense, robust tufted perennial rush spreading from underground stems. Erect dull to light green stems to 10mm diam. with crowded ridges. Pith almost hollow, large air spaces, stems split easily.

Additional information

• FamilyJuncaceae
• StoreyMiddle storey
• Size1-2.5 m x 0.6-1.5 m
• Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
• LeavesLeaves reduced to broad, loose pale brown basal sheathes to 40 cm.
• Flower colourStraw-coloured
• Flowering timeOctober to December
• FlowersCompact flowerhead of single, scattered or clustered flowers; 3 stamens. Main bract continues above flowers for 30 cm. Capsules reddish-brown, flattened top, as long or longer than flowers.
• Bird attractingSeeds
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatYes
• Growing conditionsSemi-aquatic, in wet soil on margins of water areas or poorly drained soils within riparian forests. Semi shade to dappled shade.
• Garden usePlant in or beside water areas. Useful for filtering water.
• Commercially availableIndigenous nursery
• Conservation statusLocally common within its preferred growing conditions

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