Kneed Wallaby-grass is a small, perennial tussock-forming native grass that is one of three most commonly seen Wallaby grasses along our clifftop. It differs from the other two by being the smallest and with distinct chunky seed heads. Like the others it is more likely to be seen along the clifftop in the native Grassland area. Occasionally it can appear as small tussocks in other vegetation zones. It tolerates long dry periods but is out-competed in areas with high moisture.
Leaves are softly hairy and inrolled.
Chunky, soft, bleached seed heads are produced from early summer onwards.
Red-browed Finches feed on the seed heads.

Indigenous uses as provided by the Wathaurung Aboriginal Corporation: The seeds of Wallaby grasses can be ground and used to make flour for dampers and johnny cakes. Many birds also eat the seed that were hunted such as pidgeons and quail.