Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 5a -28.9 °C (-20 °F) to -26.1 °C (-15 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 10b |
Plant Height: | 12-15 feet |
Plant Spread: | 10-12 feet |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen Other: Large, paddle shaped leaves, 2 feet wide and 6 feet long. |
Fruit: | Showy Other: 2 to 4 inch long, yellowish-green, inedible fruits contain numerous black seeds. Plant can be overwintered in a pot and kept growing, which is the only way it can be made to fruit in northern regions as it requires 12-24 months of warmth to bloom. |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Yellow Other: Cream to yellow |
Bloom Size: | Over 12" |
Flower Time: | Other: Seasonal. Bloom can occur in any season depending on size of plant and climate. |
Underground structures: | Rhizome |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Division Stolons and runners Offsets |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Monoecious |
WebTucker | On September 14, 2022 | Obtained plant |
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