Amphibromus nervosus

Common Swamp Wallaby-grass

Tufted perennial grass.

FamilyPoaceae
StoreyLower storey
Sizeto 25 cm high, stems to 1.2 m high
Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
LeavesPale green flat, folded or inrolled narrow, roughish leaves to 30 cm x 1.5-3.5 mm.
Flower colourGreen
Flowering timeOctober to January
FlowersOpen erect flowerhead to 40 cm. Spikelets to 16 mm, 4-6 florets. Lower floral bract rough - 2 teeth on top, sometimes 2 tiny teeth on sides; bristle projecting from mid lemma to 22 mm long, bent
Bird attractingNo
Butterfly attractingNo
Frog habitatYes
Growing conditionsMoist swampy soil or shallow water. Full sun, semi shade.
Garden useBeside water features and in bog gardens, provided it does not dry out.
Commercially availableWholesale only - order in advance
Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known only from the Yarra Flats area. Most common species in Victoria.