FLORA OF ICELAND elements: Juncus trifidus, Three-leaved Rush, Móasef

Juncus trifidus; The three-leaved rush grows in drier habitats, like dry heathers and grassy tussocks. It is very common and grows almost anywhere on Iceland except for the most plant-hostile regions. Besides lowland scrubs it is also common in highland regions. A characteristic feature for identifying this plant are the long bracts (leaves) protruding over a small group of flowers. The Icelandic name of this species is Móasef.
It is a member of the rush family (Juncaceae).