Anigozanthos viridis (Kangaroo Paw)
Botanical Information
Family | Haemodoraceae |
Genus | Anigozanthos |
Species | viridis |
Category | Perennials, Tropicals |
Details
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | Cool season protection under glass. |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 0.4 - 0.5 m |
Spread | 0.4 - 0.5 m |
Description and Growing Information
Cultivation | Full sun and partial-shade. Prefers loam and sand soils with an acidic, neutral and alkaline pH. Tolerates fire, light frost and lime. |
Notable Specimens | Kings Park and Botanical Garden, Perth, Australia. |
Habitat | Coast, hills and plains. |
Leaf Description | Strap-leaved. |
Flower Description | Tubular flowers in winter and spring. |
Colour Description | The flowers are green. |