Botanical Name: Lomandra longifolia ssp. exilis
Common Name: Mat-rush
Type: Herb to 1m
Features:
- Robust, dense fine-leaved tussock with strappy leaves
- Male and female yellowish-green flowers on separate plants (dioecious)
- Flowers are yellow, October to December
- Bird and butterfly attracting
- Grows well under established trees
Requirements:
- Full sun, semi to dappled shade
- Tolerant of dry shade
- Well-drained soils
Aboriginal Use:
- Seeds ground into flour
- Roots eaten
- Leaves used for weaving
