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Juncus bulbosus

bulbous rush

Other common names
lesser jointed rush
brwynen fwlbaidd
Synonyms
Juncus kochii
Juncus supinus
see moreJuncus supinus var. nigritellus
Juncus supinus var. fluitans f. vivipara
Botanical details
Family
Juncaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
Yes
Genus

Juncus

Genus description

Juncus can be annuals, deciduous or evergreen perennials, forming clumps of narrow, often cylindrical leaves, with clusters of small brown flowers borne on leaf-like stems in summer

Name status

Correct

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