Bolboschoenus fluviatilis

Tall Club-sedge

Perennial spreading from underground stems.

FamilyCyperaceae
StoreyMiddle storey
Sizestems 1-2 m high
Plant groupingAquatic & Semi aquatic
LeavesNumerous leathery leaves along stem, margins and midribs rough towards tip, margins curved under, 7-11 mm wide.
Flower colourYellow-brown
Flowering timeSpring to summer
FlowersBranched flowerhead with clusters of 1-6 spikelets to 2.5 cm long on 6-9 branches 2-12 cm long. Bristle on end of lower floral bracts. Bracts at base of flowerhead leaf-like, 15-25 cm x 3-6 mm. Nut triangular.
Bird attractingHabitat - nesting and/or safety
Butterfly attractingNo
Frog habitatYes
Growing conditionsShallow water on edges of lakes and billabongs and open swamps. Full sun. Occurs just within Shire boundary.
Garden usePlant in ponds and dams.
Commercially availableWholesale only - order in advance
Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known only from the Yarra Flats area. Scattered in a few locations and uncommon in Victoria.
Aboriginal Use Food - tubers