Graptophyllum iicifolium is an erect shrub with glossy foliage and a showy display of red flowers in late spring
The leaves are glossy and look similar to the leaves of Holly. The purplish-red flowers are tubular in shape and grow from the leaf axis in clusters.
This attractive Australian native will grow in most frost free areas of the eastern states providing the soil is well drained. Choose a shady spot for best results
The flowers produce lots of nectar and are good at attracting honey-eating birds.