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Centrolepidaceae is a small family related to the grasses and
sedges. The species are all quite small tufted herbs that often form
small tussocks or moss-like cushions. The leaves are typically
narrow and grass-like with a broader sheathing base. The flowers are
tiny and clustered in heads or spikes at the ends of erect stalks.
Tasmania has three genera of this family (Centrolepis,
Aphelia and Gaimardia). All the species are natives, and
range from coastal swamps to alpine areas. Most species only
grow on wet sandy soils or peats. |
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