Juncus

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See also: juncus

Translingual

Juncus effusus

Etymology

From Latin iuncus (rush). Doublet of Junco.

Proper noun

Juncus m

  1. A taxonomic genus within the family Juncaceae – rushes.

Usage notes

  • Thought to be paraphyletic and, thus, likely to change in its circumscription.

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Descendants

  • English: juncus

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