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Juncus mexicanus

Mexican Rush, Wire Rush

Life form2, 3: rush
Habitat: near water
leaf presence3: leaves usually present
leaf arrangement3: rush like
leaf format3: simple
leaf shape3: sheathing
Flower color2: brown
Armament2, 3: spineless
Family1, 2, 3: Juncaceae (rush family)
Synonym(s)1: Juncus arcticus v.mexicana
Status: uncommon
Location where collected or observed:
      Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

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