Vascular Plants of the Gila Wilderness
Presented in Association with the
Western New Mexico University Department
of Natural Sciences
Juncus torreyi Coville
(Torrey's Rush)
Family: Juncaceae
Status: Native
Synonyms:
None
Juncus torreyi has erect stems and a dense, globose inflorescence. It has round blades and 2-5mm long auricles. Juncus torreyi is found in or alongside water.
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Juncus torreyi, photo Danielle Walkup & Bill Norris, Gila River at the Upper Box, July 14, 2008

Juncus torreyi, closeup, photo Danielle Walkup & Bill Norris, Gila River at the Upper Box, July 14, 2008

Juncus torreyi, closeup, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., Mangas Springs, Sept. 10, 2008
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