Austrostipa scabra

Corkscrew Grass, Slender Speargrass at Watson, ACT

Austrostipa scabra at Watson, ACT - 19 Nov 2021
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Identification history

Austrostipa scabra 21 Nov 2021 MichaelBedingfield
Austrostipa scabra 21 Nov 2021 Tapirlord
Unidentified 20 Nov 2021 LMS

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Can any one help me identify if this is a weed please?

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Tapirlord wrote:
   20 Nov 2021
Happy to help but can’t see the photo….
LMS wrote:
   20 Nov 2021
I hope I have now uploaded?
Tapirlord wrote:
   21 Nov 2021
Yup upload has definitely worked this time,
I'm not 100% certain, but the shrub-like plant looks to be one of our native grasses, I am thinking Austrostipa scabra (Corkscrew grass). There is also saffron thistle and Paterson's curse in the frame as well as a species of fleabane, all of which are invasives. :)
LMS wrote:
   21 Nov 2021
Thank you
LMS wrote:
   21 Nov 2021
Yes, the thistle, PC and FB I am on top of re selective herbicide ,next challenge is the Corkscrew grass.
   21 Nov 2021
Hi LMS, the Corkscrew grass is a native, no action required.
LMS wrote:
   21 Nov 2021
Thanks

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  • 101 - 1,000 Abundance
  • 19 Nov 2021 01:37 PM Recorded on
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  • 30cm to 1 metre Plant height
  • True In flower

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