Narrow-leaved Palm Lily

Cordyline stricta, Asparagaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Black WattleAcacia mearnsii

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Swamp HibiscusHibiscus diversifolius

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Native GingerAlpinia caerulea

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Blue Lilly PillySyzygium oleosum

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Cinnamon MyrtleBackhousia myrtifolia

Shade ProvisionNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Broad-leaved Palm LilyCordyline petiolaris

Two Cordyline species compete for similar root space and light conditions

Tall Rice FlowerPimelea ligustrina

Dense palm lily clumps shade out rice flower which requires open conditions

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionOrnamentalWildlife HabitatRainforest Regeneration

Edible Parts

BerriesNectar

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Preparations

Common Questions

What zones does Narrow-leaved Palm Lily grow in?

Narrow-leaved Palm Lily grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Narrow-leaved Palm Lily?

Good companions for Narrow-leaved Palm Lily include Black Wattle, Swamp Hibiscus, Native Ginger, Blue Lilly Pilly, Cinnamon Myrtle.

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