Deyeuxia rodwayi

Tasman Bent-grass

Weakly erect slender tufted herb.

Additional information

• FamilyPoaceae
• StoreyLower storey
• Sizeto 35 cm high, stems to 90 cm high
• Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
• LeavesSmooth, flat rough or downy leaves to 35 cm x 4 mm. Sheath projection has narrow pointed lobes.
• Flower colourGreen
• Flowering timeNovember to March
• FlowersSparse to dense spike-like flowerhead 8- 25 cm long. Plump 1-flowered spikelet to 4 mm long; floral bract pointed, bristle from above middle, stout, twisted at base, falling off. Bristle also at end of spikelet.
• Bird attractingNo
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsMoist soils in tall mountain forests. Partial to dappled shade.
• Garden useSmall grass for underplanting or use in a rockery.
• Commercially availableNever
• Conservation statusScattered occurrences within its preferred habitat in the Shire. Common in Gippsland and the eastern highlands.

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