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Juncus maritimus Lam.

sea rush (Juncaceae)

 SpreadBias within British IslesDirection of bias
WidespreadSlight tendencySW
Plant Atlas 2020
BSBI Distribution Map

Juncus maritimus grows in salt-marshes in Ireland, England, Wales and south-western Scotland.

Red Wharf Bay (VC52: Anglesey); 2016-10-22

 sea rush / Juncus maritimus: _Juncus maritimus_ grows in salt-marshes in Ireland, England, Wales and south-western Scotland.

The matt capsules on upright branches of Juncus maritimus contrast with the glossy capsules on spreading branches seen on Juncus acutus.

Maentwrog (VC48: Merioneth); 2019-01-17

 sea rush / Juncus maritimus: The matt capsules on upright branches of _Juncus maritimus_ contrast with the glossy capsules on spreading branches seen on _Juncus acutus_.

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