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Imperata cylindrica
Blady Grass
Poaceae
Description:
Erect perennial grass to 60cm with attractive stark white inflorescences to 1m high in summer.
Great soil binder in areas subject to erosion such as sand dunes, creek banks and disturbed land.
Leaf margins are sharp enough to cut fingers if carelessly handled.
Frog habitat.
Special Features:
Frog habitat.
Soil binding
Attracts birds
Natural Habitat:
Wallum Woodlands, Dry Eucalypt Forest, Wet Eucalypt Forest
Aspect:
Partial Sun/Shade, Shade
Soil/Conditions:
Adaptable
Tree/Shrub Height:
Common weedy tufted plant to 1.2m tall
Attracts:
Butterflies, Fauna, Bird habitat
Flower Colour:
N/A
Imperata cylindrica - Blady Grass
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Regional ecosystem:
12.2.7, 12.3.5, 12.3.6
Link to Regional Ecosystem description QLD Gov:
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