Massive NSW endemic perennial with rosettes of sword-shaped leaves 2 m long and dramatic 4–6 m flowering stems carrying enormous heads of deep red trumpet flowers.
Hardiness ratings
| System | Rating | Temperature range | How to read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDA hardiness zone | Zone 9–11 | −6.7 °C to 10 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| RHS hardiness rating | H3 | −5 °C to 1 °C | Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance |
| Canadian plant hardiness zone | Zone 9 | −1 °C and warmer | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| Australian (ANBG) zone | Zone 4–6 | 0 °C to 15 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
Growing notes
- Endemic to coastal NSW — natural to sandstone country around Sydney
- Flowering stem reaches 6 m, eventually flowers after 8–15 years of foliage growth — among the most dramatic native flowers in cultivation
- Drought tolerant once established, prefers sandy well-drained soil
- Major honeyeater nectar source when flowering
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