Triodia scariosa -Porcupine Grass

Triodia scariosa - Porcupine Grass
Triodia scariosa - Porcupine Grass

An interesting tussock forming perennial from inland areas of Australia, worth planting in larger gardens and landscaping for a real wow factor. Growth is by creeping stolons, and older clumps form eye catching ring shapes up to 3 metres wide. This can be replicated in shorter time by arranging small plant clumps into the desired shapes. Spectacular in flower when the name ‘porcupine grass’ really comes into play, though this could also reflect the irritating nature of the seeds heads! Flowering is after rain, generally spring and summer. Naturally occurring in clay and alkaline soils in arid and semi arid areas. Propagation is by division of the clumps. A good shelter plant for small mammals, birds and lizards with its dense habit, which also makes it a great plant to combat soil erosion.

Family : Poaceae

Cultivar Name:

Plant Type : Grass or grass-like, Clumping perennial

Width : 3

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer

Soil Type : Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Semi-arid, Arid

Growth Habit : Dense foliage

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained

Special Uses : Erosion control

Scientific Name: Triodia scariosa

Common Name : Spinifex Grass

Height : 1

Flower Color : Cream, Gold, Brown

pH Level : Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Seed eating birds, Mammals, Lizards