Some Common Plants of Upper Newport Bay

Sharp-leaved Rush  (Juncus acutus ssp. leopoldii)
Plant:  A perennial plant forming large tufts two to four feet tall with stout stiff pointed stems. 
Flowers:  Two to four in small clusters with stamens and pistils which look like a minute lily.
Fruit: Many shiny brown, spherical seed capsules
Leaf: Sharp needles at the end of round cross section spike.
Flowering period:   May to June
Use by Indians:   Basket making
Can be found here: Big Canyon, Indian Springs
Native Plant: Yes Halophyte: Yes
Family Name: Rush
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Date: 10/16/2005