Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Astrebla

Species:

Astrebla pectinata

USDA Symbol:

ASPE20

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

90 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jan,feb,sep,oct,nov,dec

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

grazing animals, kangaroos

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouts from crown and tillers after fire, common in fire-prone Australian grasslands where it shows vigorous post-burn recovery.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

clay loam, well-drained, nutrient-rich

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid regions, drought-tolerant