| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences: | In Water |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 7a -17.8 °C (0 °F) to -15 °C (5 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 10b |
| Plant Height: | 3 - 6 feet |
| Plant Spread: | 3 - 4 feet |
| Fruit: | Showy Other: 2 - 3 inch flat conical receptacle with imbedded nut like seeds. |
| Flowers: | Showy Fragrant |
| Flower Color: | Pink White |
| Bloom Size: | 6"-12" |
| Flower Time: | Summer |
| Underground structures: | Rhizome |
| Uses: | Water gardens Dried Flower Will Naturalize |
| Edible Parts: | Leaves Roots Seeds or Nuts |
| Eating Methods: | Tea Cooked |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Needs specific temperature: Above 55ºF |
| WebTucker | On June 5, 2023 | Obtained plant |
| Thread Title | Last Reply | Replies |
|---|---|---|
| Wow by gardengus | Nov 18, 2012 6:10 PM | 1 |
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