Juncus subsecundus
Finger Rush
Tufted perennial rush spreading from underground stems. Erect wiry, grey to bluish-green stems to 2.5mm diam. with strongly raised ridges. Pith interrupted with variable air spaces.
Additional information
- FamilyJuncaceae
- StoreyLower storey
- Size0.5-1 m x 0.5-1 m
- Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
- LeavesLeaves reduced to a tight basal sheath to 12 cm long, pale brown towards the base.
- Flower colourStraw-coloured
- Flowering timeOctober to February
- FlowersSmall branched flowerheads. Scattered or clustered flowers; 3-6 stamens. Main bract continues above flowers for 22 cm. Capsules light with golden brown top, as long or longer than flowers.
- Bird attractingSeeds
- Butterfly attractingNo
- Frog habitatYes
- Growing conditionsMoist soils of riparian forests and drainage lines. Full sun, semi shade
- Garden useMoist areas within the garden, tolerating drying out for a short time.
- Commercially availableWholesale only - order in advance
- Conservation statusLocally scattered within its preferred growing conditions
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Photographer/s: 1, 3, 4, 5 Peter Kinchington ©; 2 Swee Oon ©
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