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Gymea Lily

Doryanthes excelsa, Doryanthaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Chocolate LilyArthropodium strictum
Shade ProvisionPollinator Sharing
MahoeMelicytus ramiflorus
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Black WattleAcacia mearnsii
Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Clustered EverlastingChrysocephalum semipapposum

Gymea Lily's large rosette and flowering spike shades out smaller everlasting daisies

Uses

Functions

Nectar ProductionFire Resistant LandscapingErosion Control

Edible Parts

Flower NectarYoung Flower Stalks

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Aboriginal Medicine

Common Questions

What zones does Gymea Lily grow in?

Gymea Lily grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Gymea Lily?

Good companions for Gymea Lily include Chocolate Lily, Mahoe, Black Wattle.

Design guilds with Gymea Lily and see companion relationships visually.

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