Additional information

• FamilyAsparagaceae (syn. Liliaceae, Anthericaceae)
• StoreyLower storey
• Size15-60 cm x 15-20 cm
• Plant groupingLilies & Irises
• LeavesNarrow, erect greyish grass-like leaves 15-50 cm x 2-4 mm, channelled especially near base.
• Flower colourMauve
• Flowering timeNovember to January
• FlowersErect branched umbrella-like flowerhead of 1-8 flowers to 35 mm wide, 3 petals fringed. Flowers open in the morning and close by midday.
• Bird attractingNo
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsWell drained soil in open forest and heaths. Frost tolerant. Full sun, semi shade.
• Garden useAn attractive herb which withers after flowering. Plant in drifts under trees or en masse as a spring flowering bedding plant.
• Commercially availableRarely
• Conservation statusLocally common within its preferred growing conditions
• Aboriginal Use Food - tubers, leaves, flowers

Photo Gallery

Photographer/s: 1 Russell Best, NatureShare ©; 2 Healesville Sanctuary ©; 3 Cathy Powers ©

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