Flax Lily

Dianella tasmanica

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Basic Information

Family: Phormiaceae

Genus: dianella

Plant ID (slug): dianella-tasmanica

Numeric ID: 22582

USDA Hardiness: 8-9

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Dianella tasmanica is an evergreen Perennial growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in) at a medium rate. 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 - Tasmania, Victoria.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Cultivated Beds; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

The fruit of this species can cause irritation to the digestive tract[193].

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Dianella tasmanica Flax Lily