Bulbine bulbosa|Bulbine Lily
Cardinia indigenous plant guide
- Description
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Tufted perennial herb with a bulb-like tuber and fleshy roots.
- Size (W x H)
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0.3m x 0.2-0.6m
- Leaves
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Erect grey-green to reddish, hollow, fleshy, channelled to almost round rush-like leaves to 30cm x 1-5mm
- Flowers
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1-2 erect flowering stems with a terminal yellow spike of star-shaped flowers to 20mm wide. Stamens bearded. Round straw-coloured capsules.
- Flower colour
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Yellow
- Flower time
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September to January
- Growing conditions
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Moist to well drained soils in a range of habitats including seasonally wet areas, moist rocky slopes and forests. Frost and snow tolerant. Full sun, semi to dappled shade.
- Commonly used for
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A cheery yellow lily for planting in drifts, amongst rocks or in cottage gardens. Generally dies back after flowering but can continue to grow and flower in moist conditions.
- Available at indigenous nursery
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- Photo gallery
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- Acknowledgement
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Thank you to Shire of Yarra Ranges for assistance in compiling this directory
