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Juncus effusus

Juncus effusus L.

Juncus effusus is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant species in the rush family Juncaceae, with the common names common rush or soft rush.

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Overview

Juncus effusus is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant species in the rush family Juncaceae, with the common names common rush or soft rush.

Updated by lebachungtdh@gmail.com · 10/15/2026

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Updated by lebachungtdh@gmail.com · 10/15/2026

Life cycle

From seed to product

Division

Propagated by **division**: lift the clump and split it into pieces with 2–3 shoots, keeping the roots intact.

Establishment

Divided clumps recover, producing fine roots and new leaves within 1–2 weeks.

Growth & flowering

The plant blooms with **small brown flower clusters in June–August**; pollination is by insects and wind.

Maturity & harvest

Foliage dies back and reserves move into the underground storage organ; **stems cut in autumn and dried**.

Uses

  • Clears the heart and promotes urination.
  • Relieves restlessness and calms.
  • Used for difficult urination and edema.
  • Relieves painful urination.
  • Mild sedative for children.

Habitat & conservation

Đây là loài bản địa của hầu khắp các châu lục, thường gặp tại các khu vực ẩm ướt. Hoa mọc vòng, lưỡng tính và bao hoa khô xác, có màu nâu.

Conservation

Juncus effusus has not been assessed by the IUCN Red List (NE). As a medicinal plant, it benefits from sustainable collection and propagation to protect wild genetic resources.

References

  1. 1Wikipedia – Juncus effusus — Wikipedia,
  2. 2Kew POWO – Juncus effusus — Plants of the World Online (Kew),
  3. 3Wikidata – Q161677 — Wikidata,
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