Tropaeolum polyphyllum

Tropaeolum polyphyllum

Native to:
Argentina | Chile

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Tropaeolaceae
Genus:
Tropaeolum
Species:
Tropaeolum polyphyllum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
yellow, orange

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks to break dormancy; sow in well-drained soil.

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