Helmholtzia Glaberrima (Stream Lily)
Helmholtzia Glaberrima (Stream Lily)
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Helmholtzia Glaberrima (Stream Lily) is a stunning, clumping perennial native to the subtropical rainforests of Australia. It is prized for its lush, strap-like foliage and elegant pink flower spikes that bloom in late summer, adding a striking tropical feel to any garden. Perfect for shaded, moist areas, this plant thrives near water features, in rainforest gardens, or as an understorey planting.
Highly adaptable and low-maintenance, Helmholtzia Glaberrima (Stream Lily) prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil and a sheltered position with filtered sunlight. It can also be grown in pots for a dramatic foliage display. Its ability to tolerate wet conditions makes it a fantastic choice for areas with high rainfall or damp soils. A beautiful and resilient plant, it brings a lush, tropical aesthetic to any landscape.
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Mature height
1–2 meters
Mature width
1–1.5 meters
Spacing
1–1.5 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Lush green foliage with soft pink, showy flower spikes
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Late summer to autumn [January–April]
Sun tolerance
Partial shade to full shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance, remove spent flowers and trim dead foliage as needed
Root System
Develops extensive underground rhizomes and dense fibrous roots, enabling it to anchor securely in moist, rainforest gullies and along stream banks, providing stability during floods.