Juncus canadensis
Canada Rush
General
A perennial wetland plant native to North America. It is characterized by slender, cylindrical stems that grow in dense clumps, reaching heights of up to three feet. Canada rush thrives in various aquatic habitats such as marshes, wet meadows, and along pond edges, contributing to ecosystem stability and providing habitat for aquatic wildlife. A common rush of bogs and hummocks. A good plant to add diversity to a planting plan.
Plant Description
Compound flower heads with reddish, fluffy looking flowers. Long, narrow round stems. Usually grows in dense clusters.
Height (ft)
3'
Soil moisture
Moist
Soil types
Variable
Wetland indicator
OBL
Shade tolerance
Intolerant, Full Sun
Bloom color
Green or orange
Bloom period
Summer
Drought tolerance
None
Salinity tolerance
Medium
Range
Eastern half of the United States, mostly in the Northeast, along the Atlantic coasts, and surrounding the Great Lakes.
Kartesz, J.T. 2024. Floristic Synthesis of North America, Version 1.0. Biota of North America Program (BONAP) [website http://bonap.org/]