Canna paniculata

Canna paniculata

Native to:
Argentina | Bolivia | Brazil | Colombia | Costa Rica | Ecuador | Mexico | Mexico Gulf, Mexico Southwest | Paraguay | Peru | Venezuela

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Cannaceae
Genus:
Canna
Species:
Canna paniculata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
300 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
orange, red

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
hummingbirds, bees

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20°C. Seed germinates within 3 months Requires scarification. Nick or rub between sheets of sandpaper. Requires soaking. Place in warm water until seeds swell, usually 24-48 hours. Discard water and any seeds that remain floating. * roots very brittle

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society