Baltic Rush (Juncus balticus)

Family: Juncaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Juncus balticus is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower from June to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in saline soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Late Summer, Fall, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

A sugar forms along the top of the plant. This can be gathered and eaten as candy. Seed. No more details are given but the seed is very small. The stems are used to make a fermented drink. — A sugar forms along the top of the plant.; This can be gathered and eaten as candy.; No more details are given but the seed is very small.; The stems are used to make a fermented drink.

Habitat & North American Range

Damp to wet soils, usually in saline conditions. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)