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Xanthorrhoea fulva

Swamp Grasstree

Xanthorrhoeaceae

Description:

Attractive long, green, shiny foliage. Flowers from late winter to spring, producing a spectacular bottlebrush-like flower spike up to 2 m tall. Grows as a large tuft in sandy soils. Excellent for smaller gardens in sunny positions. Attracts birds and bees.

Special Features:

  • Bird attracting

  • Spectacular flower spike

Natural Habitat:

Montane, Coastal Heath

Aspect:

Full Sun

Soil/Conditions:

Adaptable, Moist

Tree/Shrub Height:

Attracts:

Nectar feeding Bird, Seed eating birds, Bees, Butterflies, Insects

Flower Colour:

White, Cream

Xanthorrhoea fulva - Swamp Grasstree

Gallery

Regional ecosystem:

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Link to Regional Ecosystem description QLD Gov:

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