| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
| Water Preferences: | In Water |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 11 |
| Plant Height: | 6 to 12 inches (15-30cm) |
| Plant Spread: | 4 to 6 feet |
| Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Other: 6 to 8 feet (1.8-2.4m) diameter. The enormous, circular leaves have upturned rims/edges and are said to be strong enough to support a small child.. |
| Flowers: | Showy Fragrant |
| Flower Color: | Pink Purple White Other: Flowers open at dusk and usually close by noon the following day. Each flower usually lasts 2 to 3 days. Blooms open white, turning pinkish to rose as they age. |
| Bloom Size: | 6"-12" Over 12" |
| Flower Time: | Summer Late summer or early fall |
| Underground structures: | Rhizome |
| Uses: | Water gardens Suitable as Annual |
| Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Other info: Immerse pot in minimum 80F water in late winter. |
| Pollinators: | Beetles |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger |
| Miscellaneous: | With thorns/spines/prickles/teeth |
| Awards and Recognitions: | Other: National Flower of Guyana |
| Thread Title | Last Reply | Replies |
|---|---|---|
| Amazing leaves by eclayne | Sep 18, 2012 11:56 AM | 7 |
