Botanical Name: Common Names:
Baloskion tetraphyllum Syn Restio tetraphyllus, Baloskion dichotomum, Tassel Rope Rush, Tassel Cord Rush, Plume Rush, Australian Reed,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Water Plants Clumping, Tufting, Upright Narrow
Description:
Evergreen native rush with fine soft foliage and reddish-brown feather-like flowers throughout spring and summer. Great for aquatic gardens or as a feature in a container. Grows approx 1.8m tall.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
1-2m 1-2m
Position: Soil Type:
Semi Shade, Shade Any, Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Aquatic Garden, Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Cut Flower, Feature, Foliage Feature / Colour, Habitat, Mass Planting, Shady Garden, Tropical Garden, Container / Pot, Native Garden, Under Trees
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Restionaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Brown, Green
Flower Colour: Brown, Red
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Medium
Water Usage: High
Drought: Low
Frost: High
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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