About Aristida behriana F.Muell.
Aristida behriana F.Muell. is a grass species native to Australia, commonly called bunch wire grass or brush wire grass. This bright green perennial plant grows as short, tufted tussocks that reach up to 40 centimetres (16 in) in height. Its seeds feature three long, radiating awns, which aligns with its classification in the genus Aristida — a group of grasses commonly known as three-awns. The species prefers low-fertility, well-drained soils. It is most often found in mallee woodlands and plains, where it grows on sunny slopes. Its flower heads are superficially similar to those of the invasive weed African feather-grass (Pennisetum villosum). A. behriana occurs in all mainland Australian states.
