Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

ID: 2499

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Genus en: Mat rush

# spp.: N/A (from genus_families table) | 0 (from names table)

Accepted: Accepted

Family: Asparagaceae

Family ja: キジカクシ

Infra familial classification: Subfamily Lomandroideae

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Description en: Genus of over 50 species of tuft- or tussock-forming, rhizomatous perennials found in a wide range of habitats in Australia, Papua New Guinea, and New Caledonia. They have linear, flat or cylindrical, hairy or hairless leaves. The male and female flowers, borne in spikes, racemes, or panicles, are often inconspicuous and not long-lasting. Some species are aromatic, others have an overpowering smell. Grow for mass planting or as individual accent plants. In damp, frost-prone areas, grow in a cool greenhouse or conservatory.

Hardiness en: Frost hardy to frost tender.

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Propagation en: Sow seed at 13-18°C (55-64°F) as soon as ripe. Divide in spring.

Pests en: Trouble free.

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Update information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2026-01-29 11:54 by hkokubun@mac.com