Broadly spreading evergreen in lowland forest needing a mild climate. Shiny compound dark green leaves, woody capsules split to reveal bright red fruits and black seeds. Attractive to bees, butterflies and birds. Medicinal tree used by Maori.

A large flax-like Astelia, found in moist lowland and sub-alpine NZ bush. Orange berries in yellow cups cover stout branched stalks. POT grown.

Densely tufted species with a stiff, erect habit. Reddish-brown colour and short seed heads the same length as the leaves. Occurs on foreshores among scrub and damp ground near streams.

Large tussock often forming thick trunks to 1m. Requires moist soil conditions. Often seen on lake, pond or stream edges. Attractive yellow-green or golden hue.