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Fringe rush
Fimbristylis eremophila

Family: Cyperaceae


What it is like

A sedge that grows in tufts. It develops underground stems or rhizomes. It keeps growing from year to year. It grows 10-30 cm high. The flowers are red and brown.

There are about 200-300 Fimbristylis species. They are mostly in Asia and Australia.


Where it is found

It grows in sandy soils and creek beds. It grows in tropical arid places.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia (country/location of origin)


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Seeds


How it is grown


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