Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hastilis
ID:
681872

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) Ewart

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Victoria , n.s., 28: 220 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681205



Common Names

  • Lomandra Hastilis
  • Hastilis Lomandra
  • Lomandra Algae


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Synonyms

  • Xerotes hastilis R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Lomandra hastilis (also called Slender Mat Rush, among many other common names) is a tufted, evergreen perennial native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow-green flowers that appear in spring and summer. It can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along the edges of wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lomandra hastilis is a drought tolerant plant that is often used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and parks. It has attractive, blue-green foliage and produces yellow flowers in the summer months.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lomandra hastilis is white or cream in colour, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomandra hastilis is an evergreen perennial that grows to a height of 30 cm (1 ft). It is native to Australia and New Zealand. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. The seed should be sown in a cold frame in spring and the divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Lomandra hastilis

Lomandra hastilis is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Lomandra hastilis FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Lomandra hastilis?

Lomandra hastilis prefers a well-drained soil with a neutral pH.

What is the ideal climate for Lomandra hastilis?

Lomandra hastilis prefers a temperate climate with cool summers and mild winters.

How much water does Lomandra hastilis need?

Lomandra hastilis needs moderate amounts of water and should not be over-watered.

Species in the Lomandra genus

Lomandra sonderi, Lomandra sericea, Lomandra rupestris, Lomandra purpurea, Lomandra preissii, Lomandra patens, Lomandra spartea, Lomandra ordii, Lomandra odora, Lomandra obliqua, Lomandra montana, Lomandra micrantha, Lomandra leucocephala, Lomandra pauciflora, Lomandra sororia, Lomandra suaveolens, Lomandra spicata, Lomandra tropica, Lomandra mucronata, Lomandra laxa, Lomandra cylindrica, Lomandra confertifolia, Lomandra collina, Lomandra caespitosa, Lomandra brevis, Lomandra bracteata, Lomandra densiflora, Lomandra drummondii, Lomandra banksii, Lomandra insularis, Lomandra hystrix, Lomandra hermaphrodita, Lomandra hastilis, Lomandra gracilis, Lomandra glauca, Lomandra fluviatilis, Lomandra fibrata, Lomandra elongata, Lomandra effusa, Lomandra juncea, Lomandra teres, Lomandra integra, Lomandra nutans, Lomandra maritima, Lomandra brittanii, Lomandra nigricans, Lomandra nana, Lomandra longifolia, Lomandra multiflora, Lomandra rigida,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-280279: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Alfred James Ewart (1872-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ewart' in the authors string.