Deyeuxia frigida
Alpine Bent-grass
Slender tufted perennial herb. Stout erect flowering stems.
Additional information
- FamilyPoaceae
- StoreyLower storey
- Sizeto 30 cm high, stems to 1.5 m high
- Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
- LeavesFine rough flat leaves to 30 cm x 7 mm. Sheath projection toothed.
- Flower colourPurplish
- Flowering timeDecember to April
- FlowersLoose spike-like flowerhead 15-35 cm long with widely spreading branches, bare towards base. 1-flowered spikelet to 5.5 mm long; floral bract pointed, bristle from middle, twisted at base, falling off easily.
- Bird attractingNo
- Butterfly attractingNo
- Frog habitatNo
- Growing conditionsCool, moist, rocky soils in tall mountain forests. Snow tolerant. Dappled shade.
- Garden useGrow in cool areas and fern gardens.
- Commercially availableNever
- Conservation statusMay be locally common within its preferred growing conditions
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