Plant profile
Lomandra
Lomandra elongata (Benth.) Ewart
Lomandra is a versatile plant suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, characterized by its long, narrow leaves. It is ideal for gardens and landscaping due to its resilience and low maintenance.
From Wikipedia
Lomandra elongata is a perennial, rhizomatous herb found in eastern Australia.
Lomandra elongata — Text CC BY-SA. See the original article.
Open-data facts
- Life form
- Lives for several years if the environment is favorable.
- Climate
- Subtropical conditions: summer heat and mild cold in winter.
- Origin / area
- Its geographical roots are located in: SE. Queensland to NE. New South Wales.
Basic care
- Watering
- Don’t waterlog, but don’t leave it bone-dry for days either.
- Light
- Medium-high light without long stretches of direct rays.
- Temperature
- Ideal in rooms that stay pleasant year-round.
- Humidity
- Neither desert-dry nor a constantly steamy bath.
Pet toxicity
Generally considered low-risk for cats and dogs.
Cats: no (typical guidance). Dogs: no (typical guidance).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q15521159) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (2770979) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (537932-1) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0000681277) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- Wikipedia — lead extract (CC BY-SA)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).