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BLACKRUSH FACTS
What is it?
• Name: Black Needlerush
• Scientific name: Juncus roemerianus
• Common habitats:
• Salt marshes
• Estuaries
• Brackish wetlands along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts
• Appearance:
• Dense, stiff, dark green to black stalks
• Sharp tips (hence the “needle” in the name)
• Grows in thick patches, often waist-high
• Region:
• Widespread in Florida, southeastern U.S., and into the Caribbean
Why its important?
Erosion control: Anchors the soil in place, especially during tidal shifts or storms
• Habitat: Provides shelter and spawning areas for birds, fish, crabs, and marsh animals
• Water filtration: Helps filter runoff and improve water quality
• Resilience: Handles salt, wind, and flooding — thrives where most plants can’t
