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The Kimberley sits in the northwestern corner of Australia, in the state of Western Australia. In the wet season, between December and March, spinifex grass species in the Kimberley flower, set seed and are ready to be harvested for use. Four spinifex species have been selected for discussion ; the method of identification, collection and storage will be discussed for Triodia bitextura, T. bynoei, T. epactia and T. racemigera. Many spinifex species, such as Triodia racemigera, are poorly understood and not e nough is known about their habit, habitat and distribution. This impacts revegetation projects as certain plant species protected by legislation cannot be returned through re-seeding. A greater understanding of the spinifex species of the Kimberley will be beneficial for the successful management, conservation and rehabilitation of the northern rangelands.