Chilean Gunnera
Gunnera tinctoria
- Native to:
- Argentina, Chile
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Gunneraceae
- Genus:
- Gunnera
- Species:
- Gunnera tinctoria
- USDA Symbol:
- GUTI
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 250 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- jun,jul,aug
- Bloom Colors:
- greenish, red
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, moist, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- tolerates poor drainage
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- prefers areas near water bodies
Propagation & Germination
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months. Pulpy coat -- soak & rinse daily 7 days to remove.