Austrostipa densiflora

Foxtail Spear-grass

See Austrostipa mollis

SynonymStipa densiflora
FamilyPoaceae
StoreyLower storey
Sizeto 20 cm, stems 0.5-1 m
Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
LeavesDowny hairs on stem nodes, leaves and lower bracts of florets. Leaves to 45 cm x 5 mm.
Flower colourGreen to purple
Flowering timeOctober to December
FlowersFlowerhead is dense, floral bract with spreading white to golden hairs except at top, bristle twice bent, twisted column feathery.
Bird attractingSeeds
Butterfly attractingNo
Frog habitatNo
Growing conditionsDry rocky conditions. Full sun, semi shade.
Garden useDrift through trees or use as accent plants in garden beds. Tip of florets can be sharp, penetrating skin of people, pets and stock.
Commercially availableNo information available
Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known from one location in the Dandenong Ranges. More common outside the Shire.