Imperata cylindrica
“Blady Grass”
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TUFTED GRASS TO 1 METRE TALLTufted perennial grass with stiff erect leaves and attractive foxtail like flower heads in September/February, minute grain-like seeds. Leaves were used for making “dilly” bags. Hardy.
| Suitability | |
|---|---|
| Category | Grass |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Aspect | Full Sun / Filtered Sun |
| Soil | Adaptable |
| Habitat | Riparian Community |
| Features | |
| Butterfly Plants, Fire Retardant plants | |
| Localities | |
| Cubberla Creek, Enoggera Catchment, Ipswich area, Logan City, North Stradbroke Island, South Stradbroke Island, Sunshine Coast district | |
| Host Plant For These Butterflies | |
