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  • Juncus - Common Rush

     

    Juncus, also called basket rush, (Juncus textilis) is a slim sturdy blade, and a very useful member of the family.  Used by the natives as  material to make small weaved items, especially cradle boards, baskets, mats.  It can grow to six feet tall.