Lesser creeping rush
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Lesser creeping rush

Juncus repens

Unknown

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Overview

Juncus repens, the lesser creeping rush, is a species of flowering plant in the family Juncaceae. It is native to the southeastern United States, Cuba, and Tabasco in Mexico. It has been observed growing in habitats such as in streams, lakes, ponds, and within ditches. When fully submerged, it continues to grow, so it has found use as a freshwater aquarium plant.

Lesser creeping rush faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of its specialized wetland environments. Agricultural conversion, urban development, and altered hydrology from water management practices have significantly reduced available habitat, while invasive species competition further threatens remaining populations.

Threat summary

Other threatened species in Juncaceae

VU

Leafy Rush

Juncus foliosus

Unknown
Heath RushVU

Heath Rush

Juncus squarrosus

Unknown
Great Wood-rushVU

Great Wood-rush

Luzula sylvatica

Unknown
Arctic RushCR

Arctic Rush

Juncus arcticus

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Lesser creeping rush classified as Endangered?
Lesser creeping rush is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Lesser creeping rush faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of its specialized wetland environments. Agricultural conversion, urban development, and altered hydrology from water management practices have significantly reduced available habitat, while invasive species competition further threatens remaining populations.
Where does Lesser creeping rush live?
Lesser creeping rush occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Lesser creeping rush?
The main threats to Lesser creeping rush are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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