Juncaceae
Leaf sheaths open; seeds numerous Juncus
Each flower with a prophyll (bracteole) beneath it. Leaves with or without auricles
Leaf sheaths auriculate or truncate
Inflorescence erect or slightly spreading; flowers never clustered into distinct groups. Perianth segments 3–4 mm long
Several bracts at the base of the inflorescence longer than it. Perianth segments acute, as long as the capsule. Leaves generally flat or concave, c. 10 cm long. Tufted plants. Introd. from temp. N. America. Well established around Sydney in waste places Juncus tenuis
Only one bract at the base of the inflorescence longer than it, or all shorter