Swamp astelia
Astelia grandis
Family: Asteliaceae
What it is like
A herb. It forms clumps up to 2 m high. The leaves are long and grass like. They are broad and stiff. They have a strong white vein on either side of the midrib. Male and female flowers are on separate plants.
There are about 25 Astelia species.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows in swampy ground. It is best in light shade. It is frost hardy. Hobart Botanical Gardens.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, New Zealand, Tasmania
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit