About
A remarkable, critically endangered, Hawaiian silversword relative forming a rosette of narrow, grass-like, bright green leaves on a short, unbranched trunk, with a tall, dramatic spike of small, yellow composite flowers produced only once (monocarpic) before the plant dies. A botanical rarity of the highest conservation importance.
About the genus
Xylonagra is a diverse genus of plants that may be annual, perennial, or woody. Species are cultivated for their flowers, foliage, or architectural habit and are adapted to various climatic conditions
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.