Kangaroo paws are well known in Australian gardens with their bizzare but colourful flowers. Less well known are their relatives such as Conostylis and Blancoa.

• Background - the characteristics of kangaroo paws and their relatives.
• Propagation - growing from seed and division.
• Cultivation - tips for successful cultivation in a range of climates.
• Cultivation - identification and control of pests and diseases in kangaroo paws.
• Selected Species and Cultivars - examples of a range of 'paws' and their relatives, including photographs.
• Further Information - books, journals and online resources.
• Return to the Native Plant Guide Index