Fimbristylis ammobia is a sedge of the family Cyperaceae that is native to Australia.
| Fimbristylis ammobia | |
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Clade: | Commelinids |
| Order: | Poales |
| Family: | Cyperaceae |
| Genus: | Fimbristylis |
| Species: | F. ammobia
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| Binomial name | |
| Fimbristylis ammobia | |
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 edit
- ^ a b "Fimbristylis acuminata". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.