Cabbage tree

Cordyline australis

Tree17.5×5 mzone 8–11partial shade

Profile

Family: Asparagaceae
Habit: Tree
Height: 17.5 m
Spread: 5 m
Growth: very slow
Lifespan: 100 years
First yield: after 8 years
Hardiness: zone 8–11
Shade tolerance: partial shade
Soil: Sand, Silt
Soil moisture: semi-dry – very wet
pH: 5.6 – 7.6

evergreen

Uses

Edible5 of 10

Other uses3 of 10

Origin & habitat

New Zealand.

Forest edges and open ground. Often found near swamps. North, South and Stewart Islands.

⚠️ Hazards

Toxicity: slightly toxic

This is no substitute for expert identification. When in doubt, do not eat it.

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