Grass Tree (Xanthorrhoea nana): Dwarf Australian Grasstree

Overview

Grass Tree (Dwarf Grasstree) is a small, trunkless or short-trunked Xanthorrhoea native to Western Australia. It forms a dense, hemispherical tuft of narrow, grass-like leaves 1-2 feet tall. Produces a flower spike on a short stalk. A compact species suitable for smaller gardens and containers.

Taxonomy & Nomenclature

Cultivation & Uses

Full sun; extremely well-drained, sandy soil. Very drought-tolerant. Fire-adapted. Slow-growing. Excellent for rock gardens, containers, and small xeriscapes. The compact form makes it more manageable than giant species. Protected in the wild.