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Gahnia filum

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Botanical Name: Common Names:
Gahnia filum Chaffy Saw Sedge,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Grasses, Strappy & Tufting, Water Plants Clumping

Description:
Chaffy Saw-Sedge is a native evergreen perennial grass with an upright, clumping habit. It produces brown flowers and has long, strappy foliage. Commonly used in wetland restoration and along water margins, it is suited to aquatic and damp environments. It can also be planted in landscape settings requiring erosion control or habitat for wildlife. Grows to approx. 2m H x 1m W.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
1-2m 60cm-1m

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Clay, Loam, Sandy