Bulbine bulbosa Bulbul Syn Bulbinopsis bulbosa, Anthericum bulbosum, Bulbine Lily
Bulbine bulbosa Bulbul Syn Bulbinopsis bulbosa, Anthericum bulbosum, Bulbine Lily
Product Description
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Bulbine bulbosa Syn Bulbinopsis bulbosa, Anthericum bulbosum, Bulbine Lily,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Herbs & Vegetables, Palms, Ferns & Tropical Tufting, Upright
Description:
Native grass-like perennial shrub with long narrow foliage and small yellow star-like flowers which sit on large spikes throughout spring and summer. Bulbine bulbosa produces edible corms that can be roasted but all other parts of this plant are toxic and should not be eaten. Grows approx 70cm tall x 40cm wide. Great for garden beds or containers.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
60cm-1m 30-60cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Bush Tucker, Edible Garden, Habitat, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Rockery, Container / Pot, Native Garden
Pests & Diseases:Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Xanthorrhoeaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green, Grey
Flower Colour: Yellow
Flower Fragrant: Yes
Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
Fruit: No
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: High
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: High
Wind: High
Plant will be supplied in 14cm pot.