Australian Sword Lily (2024)

Haemodoraceae (sometimes associated with Amaryllidaceae).

Many varieties, including the Anigozanthos flavidus (Tall Kangaroo Paw), are resilient and commonly used in landscaping for their architectural foliage. australian sword lily

Anigozanthos (a genus of monocotyledonous plants known for woolly flowers and sword-shaped leaves). Haemodoraceae (sometimes associated with Amaryllidaceae)

Popular in bird-attracting gardens as the flowers provide high-energy nectar for honeyeaters. australian sword lily

The plant produces clustered flowers covered in dense, woolly hairs. The most famous variety ( manglesii ) has a brilliant red base and a bright green floral tube that splits into six "claws," mimicking a paw.

Tall Kangaroo Paw Australian Sword Lily Anigozanthos Flavidus