Evergreen tussock forming perennial grass (0.5m x 0.3m) from NSW, Vic, Tas, SA and. WA. Fine green arching leaves. Purplish grey inflorescence carrying flower spikelets in summer. Useful group planted for texture and colour contrast, for borders, perennial or mixed grass gardens, understorey and erosion control on slopes. Tolerant of poor soils. Drought tolerant.