Small grass tree.
Xanthorrhoea minor
Family: Xanthorrhoeaceae
What it is like
A small grass tree. It has an underground trunk. It can produce several crowns. It forms leafy clumps. The leaves are narrow and 80 cm long and arch over. The flowers are small and white. They are grouped together in a spike that can be 1 m long. The fruit contain hard black seeds.
Where it is found
It grows in open, well-drained locations.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
The roots are eaten when young. The flowers have sweet nectar that can be used to make a drink.
Edible parts
Leaves, root, flowers - drink
How it is grown
It can be grown from seed.