Common name(s): Dune Rush

Family: Juncaceae - Rush Family

Species: Juncus lesueurii

Commonly found: Coastal salt-marsh

Size: Up to 5ft tall

Origin: Native

Description: Dune Rush is a perennial plant that spreads through its rhizomes (underground stems). The above-ground stems may be clustered in small groups but they do not clump. The flowers are in clusters that appear off to the side. They are light brown in color. Dune Rush grows near fresh or salt water.