spinifex

• The slopes of the tableland were grassed with spinifex, which is almost worthless. —  Journal of Landsborough's Expedition from Carpentaria In search of Burke and Wills
• At six miles crossed a low range covered with spinifex, after which we passed over country generally well grassed, some of it most beautifully, and white gums very large in clumps were studded all over the plains. —  Explorations in Australia, Illustrated,
• The view was very extensive but not promising--spinifex being in every direction. —  Explorations in Australia, Illustrated,
• The whole of the country passed over to-day is covered with spinifex, and is a barren worthless desert BACK TO THE SPRINGS 9th. —  Explorations in Australia, Illustrated,
• Steered South-East for twelve miles over spinifex, after which we got into a grassy ravine, which we followed along three miles, passing some fine clay-holes which would hold plenty of water if it rained. —  Explorations in Australia, Illustrated,

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