HAEMODORACEAE family

0901 ANIGOZANTHOS flavidus (Kangaroo Paw)

This wild species kangaroo paw is the most reliable and long lived of this group. The leathery, dark green leaves are very tough and tend to hold up better against ink spot than all other kangaroo paws. There are numerous colour and height forms of this species. It is great bird attracting garden plant that can be a feature at the back of beds. Remove the dead flower stems and their associated foliage after flowering. IMAGE BY: Hazel Hogarth TAKEN: 16.12.2010 Perth, Western Australia.

902 ANIGOZANTHOS flavidus (Kangaroo Paw)

Anigozanthos flavidus is a species of plant found in Southwest Australia. It is commonly known as the tall, yellow, or evergreen, kangaroo paw. The specific epithet, flavidus, refers to the yellow flowers of this plant. IMAGE BY: Peter Hogarth TAKEN: 2.06.2011 Pymble. NSW

903 ANIGOZANTHOS manglesi (Kangaroo Paw)

As Western Australia’s iconic floral emblem, Anigozanthos manglesii needs little introduction. The Red and Green Kangaroo Paw is a perennial herb with strappy mid-green leaves extending from a central point at the base. It is restricted mainly to the coastal plains, from Shark Bay in the north, extending south to Cape Leeuwin, and further inland in south-west WA where it grows in sandy soils in open forests and heaths. IMAGE BY: Peter Hogarth TAKEN: 6.09.2011

904 ANIGOZANTHOS flavidus (Kangaroo Paw)

Anigozanthos flavidus is the most widely cultivated member of the Kangaroo Paws as it has proven to be hardy in many climatic zones, even those with humid summers which often do not suit plants from the west. It is a vigorous plant with perennial leaves reaching 300-450mm in height and can spread to a large clump over 1 metre in diameter. IMAGE BY: Hazel Hogarth TAKEN: 16.12.2010 Baulkham Hills

905 ANIGOZANTHOS flavidus (Kangaroo Paw)

The flowers occur on tall, branched stems which can reach 2 metres. Flowering occurs in late spring to mid summer. IMAGE BY: Peter Hogarth TAKEN: 16.12.2010 Perth, Western Australia

906 ANIGOZANTHOS flavidus (Kangaroo Paw)

In comparison with other Kangaroo Paws, A.flavidus is probably the least attractive species. The typical colour of the flowers is a pale greenish-yellow which is not particularly appealing. IMAGE BY: Peter Hogarth TAKEN: 6.09.2011 Pymble, NSW

907 ANIGOZANTHOS flavidus (Kangaroo Paw)

The combination of hardiness and bird attraction have made the plant popular in cultivation. More attractive colour forms in reds, oranges and pinks have become available in recent years and these should ensure its continued popularity. IMAGE BY: Hazel Hogarth TAKEN: 14.01.2019 Busselton, Western Australia

0908 ANIGOZANTHOS flavidus (Kangaroo Paw)

The plant is adaptable to a variety of garden soils, including poorly drained areas. For best flowering it should be located in a sunny position and be well watered. Annual fertilising after flowering using a general purpose fertiliser may be beneficial. IMAGE BY: Hazel Hogarth TAKEN: 14.01.2019 Busselton, Western Australia