Creek Mat-rush

Lomandra hystrix, Asparagaceae

Zones

8–11

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Crowded-leaf WattleAcacia conferta

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Juniper WattleAcacia ulicifolia

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Elephant Ear WattleAcacia dunnii

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Morrison's Tea TreeLeptospermum morrisonii

Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat

Clustered EverlastingChrysocephalum semipapposum

Pollinator SharingPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Berry SaltbushAtriplex semibaccata

Saltbush accumulates salts and alkaloids that inhibit many native grass and sedge species

Black WattleAcacia mearnsii

Black Wattle tannin accumulation in soil inhibits mat-rush establishment

Uses

Functions

Fiber ProductionBasket WeavingErosion ControlWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

Flower NectarSeeds

Common Questions

What zones does Creek Mat-rush grow in?

Creek Mat-rush grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Creek Mat-rush?

Good companions for Creek Mat-rush include Crowded-leaf Wattle, Juniper Wattle, Elephant Ear Wattle, Morrison's Tea Tree, Clustered Everlasting.

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