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seasice rush

Scientific Name: Juncus ambiguus

Family: Juncaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Annual

Other Names: NY (doubtful toad-rush)

       

Juncus ambiguus - Seaside Rush

Juncus ambiguus, commonly known as Seaside Rush, is a graminoid plant belonging to the genus Juncus.

Considerations for Pets

  • Sea rush stems are needle-sharp.
  • The leaves also end in a sharp point.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Juncus ambiguus Guss.
  • Common Name: Seaside Rush
  • Family: Juncaceae (Implied through genus)
  • Taxonomic Status: Synonym of Juncus hybridus Brot.
  • Synonym: Juncus hybridus syn J ambiguus

Distribution and Habitat

  • The plant's common name, Seaside Rush, suggests its natural habitat is near the sea or coast.
  • Mentions of "Rush" as a seaside town in County Dublin, Ireland, are present, although these references appear unrelated to the natural habitat of the plant and more connected with businesses located there.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Seaside Rush is an annual plant, meaning it completes its life cycle within one growing season.
  • The sea rush stems are described as needle-sharp.
  • The leaves also end in a sharp point.
  • The flower appears on the side of the smooth stem, close to the top.