Highly valued as a cut flower globally due to its unique texture and long vase life.
Australian Sword Lily , Kangaroo Paw , Red and Green Kangaroo Paw , Kangaroo's-foot. Key Characteristics
Tall Kangaroo Paw Australian Sword Lily Anigozanthos Flavidus
The plant produces clustered flowers covered in dense, woolly hairs. The most famous variety ( manglesii ) has a brilliant red base and a bright green floral tube that splits into six "claws," mimicking a paw.
It is endemic to the sandy soils of Southwest Australia. Cultural Significance