Occurs in inland regions of every mainland jurisdiction except the ACT. It is present throughout most of mainland Australia where it can grow in red, white or yellow sand, red or brown clay or loamy soils. The grass is adapted to survive in the most arid areas of Australia and is prevalent in most arid and semi-arid localities. It is often associated with Eucalyptus and Acacia aneura woodland communities.
Aristida contorta is listed in the following regions:
Maps
Gundabooka National ParkPlaces
Gunderbooka, NSW