Anigozanthos

Name: Pronouned ANNY-goz-an-thoss, the word means 'plant with unusual flower' and is commonly known as kangaroo paw, kangaroo's paw or monkey paw.
Description: It has long furry, velvety buds that open at the tip of the stems producing tubular-shaped flowers.
Colour: Ranging from bronze, orange and yellow-green to pink and red. The black kangaroo paw is Maropidia fulginosa.
Origin: Western Australia
Family: Haemodoraceae
Care Tips: It can last up to three to four weeks. Re-cut the stems once a week to aid water uptake.
Availability: All year round.