Rush (Juncaceae) - PictureThis

Rush

Rush is a family of flowering plants primarily consisting of grass-like herbs that thrive in wet and marshy environments. Their cylindrical, often hollow stems distinguish them, supporting small, scale-like leaves. The flowers are typically small and greenish, adapted for wind pollination. These hardy plants play a crucial role in stabilizing soil and supporting wetland ecosystems.

Scientific classification

Family

Rush (Juncaceae)

Order

Grasses, sedges and allies

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