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Austrostipa nitida

Balcarra Grass
Also known as: Stipa nitida Summerh. & C.E.Hubb. +1 more
  • Stipa nitida Summerh. & C.E.Hubb.
  • Stipa scabra var. pallida Reader
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Poaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.

Austrostipa nitida (commonly known as Balcarra grass) is a grass within the Poaceae family. It naturally occurs in Australasia. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to desert or dry shrubland conditions.

Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Australia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
New South Wales, Northern Territory, South Australia, Western Australia

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
New Zealand South

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