Thatch saw-sedge is a tufted perennial s
Gahnia radula
About
Gahnia radula, commonly known as the thatch saw-sedge is a tufted perennial sedge native to south-eastern Australia. The leaves are long, flat and rough, with sharp edges. It has a distinctive brown inflorescence, which darkens to black. It grows to 50–100 cm in height, spreads through its rhizomes and is found in eucalypt forest and grassy woodland.
- Family
- Cyperaceae
How to use it
The thatch saw-sedge can be used in landscaping for its ornamental value, especially in native gardens. Its unique appearance and ability to thrive in various conditions make it a great choice for creating natural habitats for local wildlife. Additionally, its rhizome growth helps prevent soil erosion, contributing to ecological stability in its native environments.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Gahnia radula
- Slug
- gahnia-radula
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Cyperaceae
- Genus
- Gahnia
- Species
- radula
- Wikidata QID
- Q5516935
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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