Xanthorrhoea quadrangulata
F. Muell.
Mount Lofty grass-tree, Square-leaf grass tree
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Summary
Source: WikipediaXanthorrhoea quadrangulata or the Mount Lofty Grass Tree is a plant in the genus Xanthorrhoea. It is the only species of Xanthorrhoea solely endemic to the state of South Australia.
Description
A small tree. It grows 2-3 m high and spreads 1.2-2 m wide. It keeps growing from year to year. The trunk can be 3 m tall. The leaves are narrow and tough and spray out. They are dark green and 4 sided in cross section. They are 60-90 cm long. The flower spikes are narrow and white. They are 0.9-1.2 m long.
Edible Uses
The leaf bases and roots are edible.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant. It suits hardiness zones 9-11.
Where It Grows
Australia*,
References (3)
- Cundall, P., (ed.), 2004, Gardening Australia: flora: the gardener's bible. ABC Books. p 1490
- Dashorst, G.R.M., and Jessop, J.P., 1998, Plants of the Adelaide Plains & Hills. Botanic Gardens of Adelaide and State Herbarium. p 160
- Low, T., 1991, Wild Food Plants of Australia. Australian Nature FieldGuide, Angus & Robertson. p 140
