Lomandra multiflora subsp. multiflora (Many-flowered Mat-rush)
Common Names
Many-flowered Mat-rush, Many-flowered Mat-lily, Many-flower Mat-rush


Plant Details
Family
Lomandraceae.
Genus
Lomandra.
Presence in Australia
Widespread in the drier sites of most areas in region.
This specie has been identified in the following Australian states: Qld, NSW, ACT, Vic, SA, NT, WA.
Habitat
Chiefly in woodland and forest, on various soils.
Habit
Rigid, tufted, perennial herb with slender to robust leaves 25-90cm long.
Flowering
Flowers Jun-Jan.
Seed Collection
Early Oct to mid Mar. Monitor closely as mature seeds shed quickly.
Propagation
From seed, or division of clumps.
Wildlife
Attracts seed-eating native birds. Food plant for caterpillars of native butterflies and moths.
Ornamental
Striking inflorescences. Excellent container plant. May form sparse clumps.