Xeronema Callistemon Nz
Xeronema callistemon (Poor Knights Lily)
Poor Knights Lily, Torch Lily, Red Flowering Xeronema
Xeronema callistemon, commonly known as Poor Knights Lily, is a rare and spectacular plant native to New Zealand’s Poor Knights Islands. It features bold, sword-like foliage and striking red bottlebrush-style flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. This slow-growing perennial thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, making it ideal for pots, rock gardens, and coastal planting. Highly sought after for its unique appearance, it adds a dramatic, architectural element to any landscape.
- Suited to regions:
Subtropical, Temperate - Plant type:
Flaxes - Height:
1.00 m - Spread:
1.00 m - Flowering time:
Spring - Garden uses:
Borders, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Pool areas, Specimen - Garden styles:
Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Rock, Tropical
