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Cordyline petiolaris

Large-leaved Palm Lily

Laxmanniaceae

Description:

A palm-like, multi-stemmed plant with broad green leaves 80–120 cm long. Produces small white flowers in autumn and striking red fruit in summer, adding colour and interest to shaded areas.

Special Features:

  • Flowers attract bees, ants, moths, and butterflies

  • Excellent understorey plant

  • Hardy and easy to grow

  • Can be potted or used indoors

Natural Habitat:

Wet Eucalypt Forest, Rainforest

Tree/Shrub Height:

Palm-like narrow, upright plant to 5m

Aspect:

Shade

Soil/Conditions:

Adaptable, Moist

Flower Colour:

White, Purple

Cordyline petiolaris - Large-leaved Palm Lily

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