Giant wiwi (Juncus pallidus)

Common name: giant wiwi rush

Juncus pallidus is a robust, tall rush suited to wetlands and riparian planting, valued for its structure and tolerance of damp conditions.

Purei is a robust wetland sedge suited to stormwater treatment areas, wetland edges, and low-lying riparian planting.

Availability

Eco-sourced native plants are available for project-scale planting and grow-to-order programmes. Contact us to discuss plant supply.

Suitable for

Wetlands

Riparian margins

Damp and low-lying areas

Characteristics

Height: up to 1–2m

Form: tall, upright clumping rush

Habitat: wetlands, stream edges, and damp sites

Light: full sun to partial shade

Frost tolerance: high

Restoration uses

Wetland restoration

Riparian planting

Habitat enhancement

Erosion control in damp areas