Juncus maritimus
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Summary
Source: WikipediaJuncus maritimus, known as the sea rush, is a species of rush that grows on coastlines. It is sometimes considered conspecific with Juncus kraussii. It has a wide distribution across the western Palearctic realm (all of Europe, western Asia and the Maghreb). According to Edward Catich the ancient Egyptians used Juncus maritimus as a brush for writing. He describes the process of making one: “the end of which [the rush] was cut at a slant and its fibers split by chewing to produce a small chisel-shaped ‘brush‘.”.
Description
A rush (herb) in the Juncaceae family. The young shoots are traditionally used in cooking.
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Edible Uses
The young shoots are mixed with Lavatera cretica to make a vegetable dish.
Traditional Uses
The young shoots are mixed with Lavatera cretica (Malva multiflora) to make a vegetable dish.
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Where It Grows
Shoots,
Other Information
Juncaceae
Notes
A rush. It is a herb.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Essmar Ibeldi
References (1)
- Tbatou, M, et al, 2016, Wild Edible Plants traditionally used in the countryside of El Jadida, Coastal Area in the Center of Morocco. Life Sciences Leaflets 75:28-48
