Neomarcia gracilis

Common Name:

Walking Iris, Apostle Plant

Description:

Neomarica gracilis, commonly known as the Walking Iris or Apostle Plant, is a tropical perennial prized for its exotic flowers and lush, sword-shaped foliage. Originating from Central and South America, this plant earns its name from the unique propagation method where new plantlets form on flowering stems that bend to the ground and root, creating the impression of the plant “walking.” Its elegant, iris-like flowers are short-lived but appear frequently throughout the warmer months, featuring a beautiful blend of white, blue, and yellow tones. Thriving in humid, semi-shaded conditions, it is ideal for sheltered courtyards, shaded patios, or as an understorey plant in protected Melbourne gardens. Tolerant of neglect and requiring minimal maintenance, it brings a tropical flair to any space.

Form:

• Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Width: 60–90 cm

Aspect:

• Part Shade

• Full Shade

• Indoors / Well lit

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• White

• Blue

• Yellow

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots

• Scented Flowers

• Bee Attracting

• Perennial

• Herbaceous

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans

• May cause mild stomach upset in pets if ingested

Companion Plants:

• Clivia miniata

• Aspidistra elatior (Cast Iron Plant)

• Hosta spp.

• Heuchera spp.

• Liriope muscari