Juncus vaginatus

Clustered Rush

Loosely tufted perennial rush spreading from underground stems. Erect dull light green stems to 5mm diam. with raised ridges. Pith white, cobwebby, continuous.

Additional information

FamilyJuncaceae
StoreyLower storey
Size0.6-1.7 m x 0.5-1 m
Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
LeavesLeaves reduced to a tight or loose basal sheath, straw-coloured to pale brown towards the base, to 28 cm long.
Flower colourPale brown to orange-red
Flowering timeNovember to January
FlowersLarge, branched flowerhead to 15 cm of close or scattered clusters of flowers; 6 stamens. Main bract continues above flowers for 25 cm. Capsules pale brown, shorter than or equal to flower.
Bird attractingSeeds
Butterfly attractingNo
Frog habitatNo
Growing conditionsDryish soil in cool forests. Full sun, semi shade.
Garden useOrnamental rush for moist to drier areas and underplanting of established trees.
Commercially availableNo information available
Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known from an area in the Dandenong Ranges. Scattered in eastern and central Victoria.