Jancus Effuses Corkscrew Plant 11cm

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The Corkscrew Rush plant is a small perennial that is part of the species Juncus Effusus, from the family Juncaceae. The species itself is actually a cultivar from a species native to Japan.

Affectionately nicknamed “Spiralis" or “Twister", the Corkscrew Rush is literally a botanical entanglement of twisting and spiraling stems; they curve and clump in such a manner that it gives the plant this obscure yet somewhat tantalizing appearance.

The herbaceous Corkscrew is both amusing as it is versatile; not only does it appear whimsical due to its unruly look, but it’s also able to survive in a wide range of environments and temperatures.

In hotter and more arid regions, it grows as a semi-evergreen and is sometimes deemed invasive because of the fact that it can propagate by rhizomes – specialized stems that run underground and sprout new growths to the surface via nodes.

The Corkscrew Rush is unique in that it’s a very good ornamental plant when paired with a water feature, a fountain or pond. One can also use these plants to landscape and accentuate places or scenic marks near bodies of water as they can thrive in slightly boggy or even marshy areas.

These plants really add to the ambiance of a home that has a more natural vibe and aesthetic to it, not to mention the fact that they are really low maintenance, great even for plantcare beginners.

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