Philydrum Lanuginosum (Woolly Water Lily)
Philydrum Lanuginosum (Woolly Water Lily)
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Philydrum Lanuginosum (Woolly Water Lily) is a striking Australian native aquatic perennial prized for its upright, iris-like foliage and vibrant yellow flowers carried on tall stems above the leaves. Naturally found in wetlands, swamps, and the margins of ponds and waterways, it brings bold vertical form, texture, and seasonal colour to water gardens and moist landscape settings. The bright blooms are highly attractive to native pollinators, adding both ornamental and ecological value.
Easy to grow in consistently moist soil or shallow water, Philydrum Lanuginosum (Woolly Water Lily) is an excellent choice for pond edges, rain gardens, bog gardens, and naturalistic plantings. Its evergreen foliage provides year-round interest, while its robust growth and low maintenance requirements make it a reliable feature in both residential and commercial landscapes. This distinctive native is ideal for gardeners seeking a beautiful, water-loving plant with strong architectural appeal.

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Mature height
0.8–1.5 m
Mature width
0.5–1 m
Spacing
0.5–1 m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Bright green foliage with vivid yellow flowers.
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to autumn.
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade
Maintenance
Low; remove old flower stems and damaged foliage as required.
Root System
Fibrous, rhizomatous root system