Baumea Articulata Jointed Twig Rush
Baumea articulata
Baumea articulata, commonly known as the Jointed Twig Rush, is an attractive, NZ native grass grown for its aesthetics and ability to handle and colonise extremely wet soils. It forms a dense sward as it grows to 1.5 m tall, which provides an excellent habitat for frogs and water birds. New leaves emerge light green, then age to dark green, and are complemented by brown flower heads throughout the summer. Baumea articulata will happily grow in fresh, standing water (e.g., dams, swamps, creeks, and drainage areas) up to 1 m deep. This is a favoured plant among landscape designers constructing wetland areas.
- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Grasses - Height:
1.50 m - Spread:
1.00 m - Flowering time:
Summer - Tolerances:
Hardy, Wet, Wind - Garden uses:
Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas - Garden styles:
Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Riparian
