Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
juncea
ID:
682150

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Ewart

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Victoria , n.s., 28: 220 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681483

Common Names

  • Lomandra juncea
  • Rush-leaved Mat-rush
  • Rush-leaved Mat-grass

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Description

Lomandra juncea (also called Juncea, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Australia. It is a tall, tufted grass with long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lomandra juncea is used as an ornamental plant and has a wide range of medicinal uses. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lomandra juncea has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, dark green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomandra juncea is a hardy, evergreen perennial. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Lomandra juncea

Lomandra juncea is native to Australia.

Lomandra juncea FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Lomandra juncea?

Lomandra juncea prefers well-drained soils, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

What is the ideal temperature for Lomandra juncea?

Lomandra juncea prefers temperatures between 60-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the ideal sunlight for Lomandra juncea?

Lomandra juncea prefers full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Lomandra genus

Lomandra sonderi, Lomandra sericea, Lomandra rupestris, Lomandra purpurea, Lomandra preissii, Lomandra patens, Lomandra spartea, Lomandra ordii, Lomandra odora, Lomandra obliqua, Lomandra montana, Lomandra micrantha, Lomandra leucocephala, Lomandra pauciflora, Lomandra sororia, Lomandra suaveolens, Lomandra spicata, Lomandra tropica, Lomandra mucronata, Lomandra laxa, Lomandra cylindrica, Lomandra confertifolia, Lomandra collina, Lomandra caespitosa, Lomandra brevis, Lomandra bracteata, Lomandra densiflora, Lomandra drummondii, Lomandra banksii, Lomandra insularis, Lomandra hystrix, Lomandra hermaphrodita, Lomandra hastilis, Lomandra gracilis, Lomandra glauca, Lomandra fluviatilis, Lomandra fibrata, Lomandra elongata, Lomandra effusa, Lomandra juncea, Lomandra teres, Lomandra integra, Lomandra nutans, Lomandra maritima, Lomandra brittanii, Lomandra nigricans, Lomandra nana, Lomandra longifolia, Lomandra multiflora, Lomandra rigida,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-280306: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Alfred James Ewart (1872-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ewart' in the authors string.