Hairy spinifex (Spinifex sericeus), one of the most important native sand-binding grasses in Australia. It favours dunes immediately behind beaches
Hairy spinifex (Spinifex sericeus), one of the most important native sand-binding grasses in Australia. It favours dunes immediately behind beaches and can tolerate high winds, salt spray and shifting sands. Karumba, Gulf Savannah, Queensland, Australia
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