Juncus acutus ssp. leopoldii - Southwestern Spiny Rush (Plant) kids Like the more common coast

Like the more common coast prickly pear

A rare plant

and is a gift to the pollinators

flower parts

Juncus acutus ssp. leopoldii - Southwestern Spiny Rush (Plant) kids Like the more common coastGreat accent plant for moist areas. Birds like the seeds. Makes a good barrier plant. Threatened by urbanization and flood control in California. Spreads by rhizomes, can be invasive. Plant Characteristics Family Name Juncaceae Species Name Juncus acutus ssp. leopoldii Common Name Southwestern Spiny Rush Plant Type Grass Grass Like Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Coast Part Sun, Inland Part Sun, Inland Shade, Water Requirement High Soil Type Any Flower Color