Grasses
Descriptor |
Dense to open tufting perennial spreading by branched underground stems. Slightly bluish leaves are paler beneath, undersurface of the leaf has raised longitudinal veins. Anthers are dark brown or dark purple brown. |
Cultural knowledge |
Food: berries when ripe, seeds chewed, use for dye. Leaves: basket making, plaiting into cords |
Ecological role |
Bird attracting: berries |
Height |
0.3-0.8m |
Width |
0.5-1.5m |
Sun |
Full sun, part shade |
Soil type |
Well drained drier clay soils |
Flowering time |
August-May |
