Caustis gigas

(Caustis gigas)

Description

Caustis gigas, commonly known as giant twig-rush, is a sedge that is native to Western Australia. The rhizomatous perennial sedge has a robust habit and typically grows to a height of 2 metres (6.6 ft). The plant blooms between April and May producing brown flowers. It is found in the Wheatbelt region between Chittering and Coorow where it grows in sandy soils.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum:
Class: Liliopsida
Order:Poales
Family:Cyperaceae
Genus:Caustis
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