Rytidosperma setaceum facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Rytidosperma setaceum |
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Rytidosperma
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setaceum
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Rytidosperma setaceum, often called small-flowered wallaby-grass, mulga wallaby-grass, or bristly wallaby-grass, is a type of grass. It grows naturally in Australia.
This grass is known by different common names. It is called "wallaby-grass" because wallabies and other animals often eat it.
What Does It Look Like?
This plant grows in clumps, meaning many stems grow close together. It is a perennial, which means it lives for more than two years.
The flowering stems can grow from about 15 to 60 centimeters tall. That's roughly the height of a ruler or a bit taller!
When Does It Flower?
You can see this grass flowering from September to December. During these months, it produces small flowers that help it make seeds.
Where Does It Grow?
Rytidosperma setaceum is native to Australia. This means it has grown there for a very long time.
You can find it in many parts of Australia. These include Western Australia, the Australian Capital Territory, South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, and New South Wales.
What's in a Name?
The scientific name Rytidosperma setaceum has a special meaning. The word setacea comes from an older name for the grass.
Setacea means "bristle" or "stiff hair." This name describes the grass's appearance. It has short, stiff bristles, making it look delicate.
