Rytidosperma setaceum

Bristly wallaby grass

Slender erect tufted perennial grass. Sparse to moderately dense spreading hairs on fine, inrolled leaves to 25cm x 1mm, green or purplish flowers.

  • Ecological role: ​​Bird attracting: seeds, habitat. Food plant for caterpillars​
  • Height: 30cm, stems to 60cm high
  • Width: 40cm
  • Sun: Full sun, semi shade
  • Soil type: Dry to moist well drained soils in a range of habitats
  • Flowering time: October-January