Flora of New Zealand Series

Rhizomatous, in bright green, very leafy patches (1) -2-6- (12) cm high. Inflorescence of 1- (2) spikelets partly hidden by bract. Stamens 3. Style-branches 3. Nut 1-2 mm long, trigonous, white or grey.

N., S., St., Ant., A., C. Boggy ground at high altitudes in N. and S. but descends to sea-level in the south. (Australia, New Guinea)