In late August, an eager group of Nature Foundation volunteers joined staff at Tiliqua Nature Reserve to support another Irongrass planting and watering day, adding 140 more Irongrass seedlings to the reserve.

The Iron-grass Natural Temperate Grassland of South Australia is listed nationally as a critically endangered ecological community under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act (1999). The spiky, tussock-like appearance of Iron-grass and its long lifespan make it a significant habitat feature in native grasslands. Iron-grass (Lomandra multiflora ssp. Dura, Lomandra densiflora and Lomandra effusa) is a crucial element in the restoration of Tiliqua Nature Reserve's native grassland, where its deep root system helps to stabilise the soil. The plants themselves act as seed traps, which can support higher floral biodiversity.



Since 2022, 920 Irongrass seedlings have been planted across key areas of Tiliqua Nature Reserve, helping to restore this important habitat which supports endangered Pygmy Bluetongue lizards (Tiliqua adelaidensis), Flinders Ranges worm-lizard (Aprasia pseudopulchella) and Pale Sun-moth (Synemon selene).

The August planting was funded paid by the Saving Native Species federal grant in partnership with Flinders University and Northern & Yorke Landscape Board.



Many thanks to our passionate volunteers who enjoyed a great day outdoors for conservation!

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