Longleaf Mat-Rush

Lomandra longifolia

Physical Characteristics

Lomandra longifolia is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). and is pollinated by Beetles. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Australia - New South Wales, Tasmania, Victoria.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Flowers Leaves Edible Uses: Flowers - raw. A flavour of fresh peas. Both sexes are used though the male flowers are easier to harvest[144]. White leaf bases - raw[193]. A flavour of green peas, they are refreshing and enjoyable[144].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known