Rytidosperma geniculatum

Kneed Wallaby-grass

Densely tufted hairy perennial grass with stems often bent near the base.

Additional information

• SynonymAustrodanthonia geniculata, Danthonia geniculata
• FamilyPoaceae
• StoreyLower storey
• Sizeto 15 cm x 20 cm; stems to 30 cm high
• Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
• LeavesVery fine inrolled leaves to 25 cm x less than 1 mm.
• Flower colourPurplish
• Flowering timeOctober to December
• FlowersCompact flowerhead 1-5 cm long, spikelets 3-5 flowered. Lower floral bract to 4 mm long, evenly covered in hairs of equal length; 2 lobes spreading widely, tapering; central bristle as long as lateral lobes, shortly twisted at base.
• Bird attractingSeeds
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsLight moist to dryish soils in open forests and woodlands. Full sun, semi shade.
• Garden useProvides a grassy understorey in lightly wooded areas. May be useful as a lawn grass.
• Commercially availableAustralian plant & indigenous nurseries
• Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known from very few local sites. More common in western Victoria.

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