Xanthorrhoea preissii – Grass Tree

Xanthorrhoea preissii - grass tree
Xanthorrhoea preissii - grass tree
Xanthorrhoea preissii - grass tree

The grass tree is an iconic Australian plant, slow growing, long lived and will give character to the landscape. It has a tuft of grassy leaves atop a dark thick trunk, with cream flowers borne on a tall spear-like spike. Native to Western Australia, it will grow on a variety of soils, but needs to be well drained. If the soil is on the clay side, it will need to be formed into a raised bed to help prevent root rot. Best in full sun. Water regularly while the plant is establishing, but don’t overwater. Will flower only every few years. Tolerates some frost, and dry periods. Best in warm temperate to Mediterranean climates.

Family : Xanthorrhoeaceae

Cultivar Name:

Plant Type : Small shrub, Large shrub, Grass or grass-like

Width : 4

Flowering Time : Summer, Autumn, Winter

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Semi-arid

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Weeping

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses : Pipe and drain friendly

Scientific Name: Xanthorrhoea preissii

Common Name : Grass Tree

Height : 7

Flower Color : White, Cream

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Nectar eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects