Lomandra filiformis
(Thunb.) Britten
Wattle mat-rush
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Summary
Source: WikipediaLomandra filiformis, commonly known as wattle mat-rush, is a tussock forming perennial herb that is native to Australia. It is sparsely tufted, with strap-like leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry sclerophyll forest and grassy woodland, usually on well-drained rocky or sandy soils.
Description
A tussock that keeps growing from year to year. It forms mats 20 cm across. The leaves are flat or rolled inwards. They are 13-47 cm long and 1-5 mm wide. The male flowers are more branched than the female ones.
Edible Uses
The seeds and leaves are edible.
Distribution
It is a warm temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Australia,
Synonyms
References (1)
- Williams A. & Sides, T., 2008, Wiradjuri Plant Use in the Murrumbidgee Catchment. Murrumbidgee Catchment Management Authority. Wagga Wagga, p 82
