Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
brittanii
ID:
688197

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.S.Choo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 5: 43 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687530

Common Names

  • Brittanii Mat Rush
  • Brittanii Lomandra
  • Brittanii Spiny-Headed Mat Rush

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Description

Lomandra brittanii (also called Britt's Mat Rush, among many other common names) is a species of perennial grass-like plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to Australia. It is a low-growing plant, growing up to 0.5 m tall and with a spread of up to 1 m. It is found in dry and moist forests, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Lomandra brittanii is used as an ornamental plant in parks and gardens, as a windbreak, and as a shade tree.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lomandra brittanii are small, yellow in color and grow in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomandra brittanii is a slow-growing perennial that can reach heights of up to 5 feet. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Divisions should be taken in spring or autumn and cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood.

Where to Find Lomandra brittanii

Lomandra brittanii can be found in Australia, growing in dry grassland and scrubland.

Lomandra brittanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lomandra brittanii?

Lomandra brittanii

What is the common name of Lomandra brittanii?

Brittan's mat-rush

What is the natural habitat of Lomandra brittanii?

Grassy woodlands

Species in the Lomandra genus

Lomandra sonderi, Lomandra sericea, Lomandra rupestris, Lomandra purpurea, Lomandra preissii, Lomandra patens, Lomandra spartea, Lomandra ordii, Lomandra odora, Lomandra obliqua, Lomandra montana, Lomandra micrantha, Lomandra leucocephala, Lomandra pauciflora, Lomandra sororia, Lomandra suaveolens, Lomandra spicata, Lomandra tropica, Lomandra mucronata, Lomandra laxa, Lomandra cylindrica, Lomandra confertifolia, Lomandra collina, Lomandra caespitosa, Lomandra brevis, Lomandra bracteata, Lomandra densiflora, Lomandra drummondii, Lomandra banksii, Lomandra insularis, Lomandra hystrix, Lomandra hermaphrodita, Lomandra hastilis, Lomandra gracilis, Lomandra glauca, Lomandra fluviatilis, Lomandra fibrata, Lomandra elongata, Lomandra effusa, Lomandra juncea, Lomandra teres, Lomandra integra, Lomandra nutans, Lomandra maritima, Lomandra brittanii, Lomandra nigricans, Lomandra nana, Lomandra longifolia, Lomandra multiflora, Lomandra rigida,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-280968: Based on the initial data import
T.S. Choo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.S.Choo' in the authors string.