Additional information

• FamilyAsphodelaceae (syn. Xanthorrhoeaceae)
• StoreyLower storey
• Size0.6 m x 1 m
• Plant groupingLilies & Irises
• LeavesFoliage in an erect grassy tuft. Leaves arching, triangular in cross-section, 1 m x 2-3.5 mm.
• Flower colourCream to Yellow
• Flowering timeNovember to February
• FlowersTerminal spike of dense, fragrant flowers. Stem slender, base 30-60 cm, flowering spike 5-30 cm long, 0.2-0.5 times as long as base. May have multiple stems.
• Bird attractingNectar, insects
• Butterfly attractingNectar for butterflies
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsWell drained soils in heathy woodlands and open forest. Frost tolerant. Full sun or semi shade.
• Garden useA slow growing ornamental specimen for containers, rockeries or growing en masse under trees. Flowers well after fire.
• Commercially availableAustralian plant & indigenous nurseries
• Conservation statusWidespread within the Shire
• Aboriginal Use Food - nectar, young leaves and roots; stems - light weapons

Photo Gallery

Photographer/s: 1 Louise Nicholas, NatureShare ©; 2-4 Marilyn Bull ©

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