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(Dianella amoena)
Matted Flax-Lily (Dianella amoena)
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Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Mission Viejo, California
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 18" - 54" | 14" | Your precipitation may be insufficient for this plant. Irrigate N" / year. | Irrigate N" / year |
| • High Temp. | 66°F - 86°F | 86°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | 30°F - 44°F | 43°F | Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant | Excellent |
This plant should grow well at your location with about N inches per year (Y minutes per month) of irrigation.
Summary
Dianella amoena, commonly known as Matted Flax-lily, is an herbaceous perennial native to grassy woodlands and open forests of Victoria and Tasmania in Australia. It can grow up to 35 inches tall, with grey-green, strappy leaves that form dense tussocks or clumps. The Matted Flax-lily produces small, star-shaped blue-purple flowers from late spring to early summer, which are followed by attractive blue berries. The flowers are modestly showy and are often appreciated for their subtle fragrance.
In cultivation, Dianella amoena is valued for its ornamental foliage and flowers, as well as its ability to adapt to a range of garden settings. It is used in border plantings, as a ground cover, and in urban landscaping due to its resilience and low maintenance requirements. The plant prefers well-drained soils, tolerates light shade to full sun, and requires moderate watering. While it is not prone to serious pests or diseases, it can suffer from root rot in poorly drained soils. It is also known for its use in traditional Aboriginal medicine and as a fiber source for basket weaving.CC BY-SA 4.0
In cultivation, Dianella amoena is valued for its ornamental foliage and flowers, as well as its ability to adapt to a range of garden settings. It is used in border plantings, as a ground cover, and in urban landscaping due to its resilience and low maintenance requirements. The plant prefers well-drained soils, tolerates light shade to full sun, and requires moderate watering. While it is not prone to serious pests or diseases, it can suffer from root rot in poorly drained soils. It is also known for its use in traditional Aboriginal medicine and as a fiber source for basket weaving.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-2 feet
- Width: 1-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Blue, Purple
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bird Garden, Border Plant, Groundcover, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
Native to grassy woodlands and open forests of Victoria and Tasmania in Australia
Other Names
Common Names: Tufted Blue-lily
Scientific Names: Dianella amoena
GBIF Accepted Name: Dianella amoena