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Anigozanthos flavidus
Tall Kangaroo Paw
Anigozanthos · Haemodoraceae
The robust kangaroo paw species, producing tall bird-attracting flower stems and strappy evergreen foliage. It performs more reliably on the humid east coast than many compact hybrids.
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Classification
Genus
Anigozanthos
Family
Haemodoraceae
Common name
Tall Kangaroo Paw
Climate
temperate, subtropical
Anigozanthos flavidus belongs to the Anigozanthos genus within the Haemodoraceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical zones in our experience. It is an Australian native we grow and specify regularly.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Low to moderate
Light
Full sun
Soil
Free-draining sandy loam
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
1–2 m flowering H × 0.8 m W
Pest & disease notes
Susceptible to ink disease (Phytophthora cinnamomi) in humid areas. Remove and destroy affected plants. Ensure excellent drainage.
Propagation
Division of rhizomes in autumn, seed (slow).
Landscape use
feature perennial
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Further reading
- 01Species profile and accepted Australian name — Atlas of Living Australia / Australian Plant Census
- 02Anigozanthos flavidus taxon photograph — Atlas of Living Australia image service