Deyeuxia densa
Heath Bent-grass
Tufted or spreading perennial herb. Flowering stems erect.
Additional information
- FamilyPoaceae
- StoreyLower storey
- Sizeto 30 cm high, stems to 80 cm high
- Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
- LeavesSlightly rough, flat or inrolled leaves to 30 cm x 6 mm. Sheath projection blunt, often toothed.
- Flower colourGreen or slightly purplish
- Flowering timeOctober to January
- FlowersDense to loose flower spike to 20 cm. 1-flowered spikelets to 7 mm long; lower bracts tapering, rough along keel; tapering, very rough, slightly toothed floral bract, bristle from middle, longer than spikelet, twisted at base. Stalk bristle feathery.
- Bird attractingNo
- Butterfly attractingNo
- Frog habitatNo
- Growing conditionsMoist soils in woodlands. Full sun, semi shade.
- Garden useAn attractive grass in flower. Grow in cottage gardens, small gardens, embankments and under established trees, especially if ground is moist.
- Commercially availableNever
- Conservation statusSignificant and rare occurrence within the Shire.
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Photographer/s: A. Barley, Royal Botanic Gardens Board ©
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