Juncus ensifolius (Swordleaf rush)
Also called Daggerleaf rush. Cool season, short, native perennial grasslike growing in rhizomatous clumps. Found in riparian areas, wetlands, wet meadows and streambanks; rarely in standing water. Depended upon by numerous small mammals and birds for food and habitat.
DISTRIBUTION / ADAPTATION
INFORMATION & ATTRIBUTES
Family: Poaceae
Duration: Perennial
Growth Habit: Graminoid
Native Status: Native
Season: Cool
Growth Form: Rhizomatous, Sod former
Mature Height: 12-24+ in.
Annual Precipitation: 8+ in.
Drought Tolerance: Low
Shade Tolerance: Intermediate
Elevation:
Wetland Indicator Status: FACW
Fire Resistance: No
Fire Tolerance:
SOIL ADAPTATION
Coarse Texture: Yes
Medium Texture: Yes
Fine Texture: Yes
Salinity Tolerance: Medium
CaCO3 Tolerance: Medium
pH Range: 6-8
SEEDING NOTES
Seeds per Pound: 2,914,00
Seeding Rate: 1-2 PLS lbs/acre
Season: Spring/Fall
Days to Germination:
VARIETIES & LOCAL ACCESSIONS
None