Juncus usitatus
Billabong Rush
Densely tufted perennial rush spreading from underground stems. Erect yellow-green stems to 2mm diam. with raised, crowded ridges. Pith white, interrupted, air spaces and pith equal.
Additional information
- FamilyJuncaceae
- StoreyLower storey
- Size0.3-1.2 m x 0.3-1.5 m
- Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
- LeavesLeaves reduced to a basal sheath to 18 cm long, dark brown to reddish brown towards the base.
- Flower colourPale brown
- Flowering timeNovember to February
- FlowersDense to open flowerhead with flowers scattered along few to many branches; 3 stamens. Main bract continues above flowers for 25 cm. Capsules pale brown with darker tips, longer than flowers.
- Bird attractingSeeds
- Butterfly attractingNo
- Frog habitatYes
- Growing conditionsMoist to wet riparian scrubs. Full sun, semi shade.
- Garden usePlant in or beside water areas.
- Commercially availableNo information available
- Conservation statusScattered distribution across the Shire.
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