New Zealand flax
NameNew Zealand flax
Species NamePhormium tenax
Common NameNew Zealand flax
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)15
Container Typenatural ground
Geographic Originaustralia
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresfibrous base
Foliage Typestrap-like leaves
Height (cm)200
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitypoor
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesTall, upright flower stalks; sword-like foliage; clumping growth habit.
Description
This specimen of New Zealand flax is a robust clumping plant with long, sword-like leaves and tall flower stalks bearing reddish-brown blooms. It is shown growing in a natural, open landscape with with hills and dry grasses in the background.
