Hare's tail grass

Lagurus ovatus

Plant Life Introduced IUCN: Not Evaluated

About

A tuft-forming annual grass with arching leaves and pale green oval fluffy flower-heads that turn to light brown as they mature.

Very popular in floral arrangements this species can be used in various craft projects as well and easy to dye to suit your colour needs.

Size

Can grow to around 50cm high

Habitat

Tuft forming common on coastal sand dunes and on sandy soils

Distribution

Native to southwest Europe and the Mediterranean region, but widely introduced

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Local Sightings

1 recorded sighting in and around the area.

References & citations (1)

The Atlas of Living Australia (accessed 2021-11-10 13:30:09)

Quick Facts

Common name: Hare's tail grass
Scientific name: Lagurus ovatus L.
Family: Poaceae
Category: Plant Life › Irises & Grasses
Origin: Introduced
Conservation: Not Evaluated

Australian Faunal Directory

Also Known As

Bouquet Grass
Bunny Tails

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