![Photo of Libertia ixioides [UCSC] flower, form by Karl Gercens III](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/cb/58/cb582f3a436a8f5aef0ba3242f7d5827.webp)
Photo by Karl Gercens III
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Libertia ixioides [UCSC]
Also Known As
- Mikoikoi
- New Zealand Iris
- Tukauki
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like
size
- H: 15"-18"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 8a-11
Libertia ixioides [UCSC] plant details
Libertia ixioides [UCSC] is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with bronze, chocolate and green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Libertia ixioides [UCSC]
- Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: evergreen bronze, chocolate and green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 15 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: clumping
GROWING CONDITIONS for Libertia ixioides [UCSC]
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cistus Nursery
Garden photo gallery of Libertia ixioides [UCSC]
![Photo of Libertia ixioides [UCSC] fruit by J.G. in SF](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/35/f0/35f0602928537f8ba36b04a5af441600.webp)
![Photo of Libertia ixioides [UCSC] flower by Karl Gercens III](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/64/aa/64aab209592aa7e80c3f4b01c5fa6c68.webp)
![Photo of Libertia ixioides [UCSC] flower by Cistus Nursery](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/3f/74/3f7400230fc4b43384c8686778d652b0.webp)
Gardening facts about Libertia ixioides [UCSC] plant
How to Grow Libertia ixioides [UCSC]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- bronze
- green
- chocolate
Flower Color
- white
Fruit
- orange
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Libertia for your garden
aka Orange Libertia
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
aka Libertia 'Goldfinger', Libertia ixiodes 'Goldfinger', Goldfinger New Zealand Iris
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 18"
Width: 18"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Libertia 'Taupo Blaze', Libertia ixioides 'Sunset Blaze', Taupo Libertia
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - low
aka Gold Leaf New Zealand Iris
Plant Type
Grass / Grass Like
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 15"-18"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Taupo Sunset New Zealand Iris
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 14"-16"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
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