Torrey's Rush

Juncus torreyi

Summary 4

Juncus torreyi is a species of rush known by the common name Torrey's rush. It is native to North America, where it is widespread. It can be found in many habitats across the southern half of Canada, coast to coast in the United States, and throughout northern Mexico. This is a perennial herb growing from rhizomes with associated tiny tubers. The smooth stems vary in maximum height from 30 centimeters to around a meter. The leaves...

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  2. (c) John Hilty, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), http://www.illinoiswildflowers.info/grasses/photos/torrey_rush1.jpg
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iNat Map

Color brown, green
Group Grasses and Allies
Kingdom Plants
Parks Sweitzer