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Fimbristylis ammobia

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Fimbristylis ammobia
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Clade: Commelinids
Order: Poales
Family: Cyperaceae
Genus: Fimbristylis
Species:
F. ammobia
Binomial name
Fimbristylis ammobia

Fimbristylis ammobia is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae that is native to Australia.

The annual grass-like or herb sedge typically grows to a height of 0.1 to 0.2 metres (0.33 to 0.66 ft) and has a tufted habit. It blooms between March and July and produces brown flowers.[1]

In Western Australia it is found in the Kimberley region where it grows in red sandy soils around sandstone.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Fimbristylis acuminata". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.