[7] This strappy leaf plant is often used in landscaping in Australia, New Zealand, Spain, and the United States, due to its high level of drought tolerance.

Tanika, Lomandra longifolia 'LM300', also known as breeze grass in the US, was the first fine leaf type.

L. longifolia is closely related to L. hystrix, the main differences being that the leaf of L. hystrix has teeth on each side of the longer main end point, whereas that of L. longifolia has side teeth equal if not longer than the central one (a W shape).

The seeds on their own are tough, however may be ground and turned into flour, with which Indigenous Australians may use to make damper.

The long, flat, fibrous leaves are used for weaving dilly bags, fishing nets, mats, baskets, and other goods.