Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Austrostipa

Species:

Austrostipa pycnostachya

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

90 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

sep,oct,nov,dec

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

small mammals, birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouts vigorously from crown after fire, common in fire-prone Australian grasslands and grassy woodlands. Benefits from periodic burning which reduces woody competition.