Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hystrix
ID:
681854

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) L.R.Fraser & Vickery

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales 62: 286 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681187

Common Names

  • Hystrix Lomandra
  • Wild Olive
  • Blue Guarri

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Synonyms

  • Lomandra longifolia hystrix (R.Br.) A.T.Lee [unknown]
  • Xerotes hystrix R.Br. [unknown]
  • Xerotes longifolia hystrix (R.Br.) Domin [unknown]

Description

Lomandra hystrix (also called Mat Rush, among many other common names) is a tufted, evergreen perennial native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow-green flowers that appear in spring and summer. It can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along the edges of wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lomandra hystrix is used as an ornamental plant and has a wide range of medicinal uses. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lomandra hystrix has small, yellow flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomandra hystrix is a hardy, evergreen perennial. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Lomandra hystrix

Lomandra hystrix is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Lomandra hystrix FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Lomandra hystrix?

Lomandra hystrix prefers a well-drained soil with a neutral pH.

What is the ideal climate for Lomandra hystrix?

Lomandra hystrix prefers a temperate climate with cool summers and mild winters.

How much water does Lomandra hystrix need?

Lomandra hystrix needs moderate amounts of water and should not be over-watered.

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-280277: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Joyce Winifred Vickery (1908-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vickery' in the authors string.
Lilian Ross Fraser (1908-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.Fraser' in the authors string.