Flora of New Zealand Series

Grass-like tufts to 30 cm high; rhizome short, woody. Inflorescence a compact head 1-1.5 cm long, of light to dark brown, close-packed, sessile spikes. Male flowers at top of spike. Utricles papillose, winged. Stigmas 2.

S. Nelson; Canterbury - Arthur' s Pass. Subalpine to alpine bogs.