Etymology: Juncus: the classical Latin name for the rush, possibly from jungere, "to join or bind," because the stems were used for binding
Plants: perennial rush
Conservation Status: Native

- inflorescence terminal

- leaves terete and septate

- seeds with tails on both ends

- heads narrower than hemispherical, 2-5(-7) flowered

- branches of inflorescence erect or ascending

- perianth 2.5-3.5 mm

- sepals sharp-pointed

Flora of North America: Flora of North America Floristic Rating: Coefficient of Conservatism = 6, Wetland Indicator = OBL USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos