Bandanna of the Everglades (Canna flaccida)
Bandanna of the Everglades (Canna flaccida) is a rhizomatous perennial with large, showy yellow flowers and broad, paddle-shaped leaves, native to wet environments.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep consistently moist to wet.
Soil
Rich, moist to wet, well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types if kept moist.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is 18-27 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Aquatic
Fertilizer
Feed regularly during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
More flowers produced in full sun.
Keep consistently moist to wet.
Thrives in boggy conditions and can tolerate standing water.
Rich, moist to wet, well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types if kept moist.
Ideal growing range is 18-27 °C.
Can tolerate brief dips but protect from frost.
Outdoor, Aquatic
Feed regularly during the growing season.
Use balanced liquid or slow-release fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Aquatic
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Aquatic
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.5 m
Spread
0.6-1.2 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None in frost-free climates; may go dormant in cooler regions
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple, ovate to lanceolate
Flower Size
8-12 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderZingiberales
- familyCannaceae
- genusCanna
- speciesCanna flaccida
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No