Baltic rush
Juncus balticus
Family: Juncaceae
What it is like
A rush or grass like herb. It grows 1 m tall. The fruit is a capsule with 3 seeds.
There are about 225-300 Juncus species. There are 41 in tropical America. Juncaceae are rush or grass like herbs. They grow mostly in temperate and cold temperate locations. Rushes are mostly found in moist places.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows in salt marches. It suits USDA hardiness zones 3-7.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Europe, North America, USA, Arctic
How it is used for food
The sugar formed along the top of the plant is gathered and eaten. The stems are used to make a fermented drink.
Edible parts
Seeds, stems - drink