Flax Lily
Dianella revoluta
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Basic Information
Family: Phormiaceae
Genus: dianella
Plant ID (slug): dianella-revoluta
Numeric ID: 20212
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Dianella revoluta is an evergreen Perennial growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year, in flower from May to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
Australia - New South Wales, Tasmania.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Cultivated Beds; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Fruit Leaves Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[193] The fruit is up to 1.5cm in diameter[193]. The white leaf base might be edible[193].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Dianella revoluta Flax Lily