''Doryanthes palmeri'', also known as the giant spear lily, is one of only two species of
plant in the
genus ''
Doryanthes
''Doryanthes'' is the sole genus in the flowering plant family Doryanthaceae. The genus consists of two species, '' D. excelsa'' (gymea lily) and '' D. palmeri'' (giant spear lily), both endemic natives of the coast of Eastern Australia., p. 312 ...
'' and the family Doryanthaceae, both being endemic to eastern Australia. It grows in a
rosette and the leaves can reach the length of about . The flowers arise in springtime on a stalk which may reach in height. A
succulent
In botany, succulent plants, also known as succulents, are plants with parts that are thickened, fleshy, and engorged, usually to retain water in arid climates or soil conditions. The word ''succulent'' comes from the Latin word ''sucus'', meani ...
perennial, its leaves are hairless and grow in the shape of a sword. The giant spear lily is listed as Vulnerable under the New South Wales Threatened Species Act (1995).
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''Doryanthes palmeri'' is grown as an ornamental plant. It does not tolerate frosts, so in temperate zones it requires protection during the winter months. It requires a sheltered position in full sun.
See also
* List of plants known as lily
References
Doryanthaceae
Flora of New South Wales
Flora of Queensland
Endemic flora of Australia
Garden plants of Australia
Drought-tolerant plants
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