Erect tufted perennial grass. Flowering stems have 2-4 nodes. Narrow to oblong dense flowerheads to 12cm long, base often enclosed by sheath. 6-8 flowered spikelets.
Height: 30cm, stems to 60cm high
Width: 15cm
Sun: Full sun, semi shade
Soil type: Moist alluvial soils in grassy and moist forests and woodlands