Tall Rice Flower (Pimelea Altior) is a perennial shrub in the Thymelaeaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Pimelea altior is a shrub endemic to eastern Australia, characterized by elliptic leaves and dense hairy young stems.

Tall Rice Flower

Tall Rice Flower

Pimelea Altior

Pimelea altior is a shrub endemic to eastern Australia, characterized by elliptic leaves and dense hairy young stems.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gritty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attraction

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Tall Rice Flower

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Prune
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Thymelaeaceae
Genus:Pimelea