Coastal Astelia (Astelia Banksii) is a perennial grass in the Asteliaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Astelia banksii is a large, tufted, clump-forming native plant with drooping silvery leaves growing up to 1.2 meters tall.