Chorizandra enodis

Black Bristle-sedge

Erect rush-like perennial sedge spreading from slender underground stems. Flowering stems grey-green, ribbed, partitioned internally, to 1.5mm wide. Stems, leaves and flowering bract have internal tubes.

Additional information

FamilyCyperaceae
StoreyLower storey
Size20-55 cm high
Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
LeavesLeaves shorter to longer than flowering stem, sheaths tight, pale brown, purplish above, to 7 cm long.
Flower colourDark red-brown
Flowering timeSeptember to February
FlowersSingle, dense, round flowerhead 7-15 mm across, terminal; sheathed in a long bract to 20 cm which appears to extend the stem. Floral bracts have white hairs near the tip, red hairs on margin.
Bird attractingNo
Butterfly attractingNo
Frog habitatYes
Growing conditionsMoist soils in swampy areas. Semi shade.
Garden useAn ornamental sedge for planting beside ponds, in bog gardens and moist areas.
Commercially availableAustralian plant & indigenous nurseries
Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known from one location. More common in western Victoria.