Red-anther Wallaby Grass, Silvertop Wallaby Grass, Redanther Wallaby Grass
Alternative scientific names:
Poaceae.
Joycea.
Up to 1.2m.
Predominantly east of the Hume Highway.
This specie has been identified in the following Australian states: NSW, ACT, Vic.
Generally upland areas of low fertility acid soils.
Robust, coarse, perennial tussock grass to 1.2m high. Attractive red-anther flowers, spring-summer.
Early to late Dec. Monitor closely as mature seeds shed in 3-14 days.
From seed. Store for 4 months before sowing, due to after-ripening period. Smoke treatment enhances germination.
Catchment and slope protection and shelter.
Valuable summer grazing.
