Scientific Name Dichelachne crinita Size and form An erect, tufting perennial grass 50cm-1m high. Flowers, leaves and fruit Flowers occur in dense panicles with overlapping spikelets. The awn is long, curly and threadlike. Flowering occurs from October to March. The green-blue leaves are flat or sometimes with an inrolled margin. Growing conditions Can grow in a range of situations. Suitable …
Common Wallaby-grass
Scientific Name Rytidosperma caespitosum Size and form A low, dense and variable tussock grass 20-40cm high and 40cm wide. Flowers, leaves and fruit A fluffy, panicle flower inflorescence occurs from September to December. Bracts surrounding florets are covered with hairs and bristles. Leaves are blue-green, hairy and leaves. Growing conditions Suitable for moist, well-drained soils in a full-sun or part-shade …
Prickly Spear Grass
Scientific Name Austrostipa stipoides Size and form A golden-brown, dense, prickly and tufted tussock grass. Flowers, leaves and fruit Flower inflorescence is a panicle that occurs within the tussock foliage. Flowers occur from October to March. Erect and inrolled foliage with a pointed tip. Growing conditions Suitable for well-drained soils in a full-sun position. It is found growing close to …