Uses
Grazed by sheep as it is leaf at the base. It can withstand the cold and drought and remains green during the winter. Cattle and sheep will eat the young leaves eagerly, but leave the stiff, hard stems alone.
It has been used for straw plaiting hats and other similar uses.
Foodplant for Skipper (butterfly) and brown butterfly families. It also use as a rat killer.
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