A palm-like upright plant that has panicles of flowers followed by masses of red fruit. Grows well in shaded areas and tolerates well-drained to clayey soils.
Native plant guide: Australian Native
Broad-leaved palm lily
Cordyline petiolaris
Broad leaved Palm Lily; Credit: Greg Tasney
Broad leaved Palm Lily; Credit: Greg Tasney
Broad leaved Palm Lily; Credit: Greg Tasney
Broad leaved Palm Lily; Credit: Greg Tasney
Plant Description:
Special features: Upright narrow plant with long leaves, white to lilac flowers and red fruit.
Pot plant suitable: Indoor
Fauna attractant: Bee, bird, butterfly
More information: https://anpsa.org.au/plant_profiles/cordyline-petiolaris/
Flower-Fruit colour: Purple flower, Red fruit, White flower
Habit: Small shrub
Hardiness: Drought tolerant
Height: up to 5 m
Native-exotic: Native
Sun-shade condition: Full shade, Part shade
Water requirement: Medium
Width: 2 m