Harakeke (Phormium tenax)

Common name: harakeke

Phormium tenax is a robust flax suited to wetlands and riparian planting, widely used in restoration for its strength and versatility.

Purei is a robust wetland sedge suited to stormwater treatment areas, wetland edges, and low-lying riparian planting.

Availability

Eco-sourced native plants are available for project-scale planting and grow-to-order programmes. Contact us to discuss plant supply.

Suitable for

Wetlands

Riparian margins

Stormwater treatment areas

Characteristics

Height: up to 2–3m

Form: large, upright flax

Habitat: wetlands, lowland areas, and open sites

Light: full sun

Frost tolerance: moderate

Restoration uses

Wetland and riparian restoration

Soil stabilisation and erosion control

Stormwater treatment planting

Habitat and food source for native fauna