Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glauca
ID:
344460

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000343792

Common Names

  • Canna Glauca
  • Glaucous Canna
  • Glaucous Indian Shot

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Synonyms

  • Canna angustifolia L. [unknown]
  • Canna annaei André [unknown]
  • Canna fintelmannii Bouché [unknown]
  • Canna glauca angusta J.W.Richardson [unknown]
  • Canna glauca rubro-lutea Hook. [unknown]
  • Canna glauca rufa Sims [unknown]
  • Canna glauca siamensis (Kraenzl.) Nob.Tanaka [unknown]
  • Canna hassleriana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Canna jacobiniflora T.Koyama & Nobuyuki Tanaka [unknown]
  • Canna lanceolata Lodd. ex Loudon [unknown]
  • Canna liturata Link ex A.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Canna longifolia Bouché [unknown]
  • Canna mexicana A.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Canna pedicellata C.Presl [unknown]
  • Canna schlechtendaliana Bouché [unknown]
  • Canna siamensis Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Canna stenantha Nob.Tanaka [unknown]
  • Canna stolonifera D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Canna stricta Bouché [unknown]
  • Xyphostylis angustifolia Raf. [unknown]
  • Canna glauca annaei Petersen [unknown]
  • Canna schlechtendaliana annaei (André) Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Canna lancifolia Schrank [unknown]
  • Canna mexicana Bouché [unknown]
  • Canna stolonifera hort. ex Bouché [unknown]
  • Canna liturata Link ex Dietr. [deprecated]
  • Canna schlechtendaliana Bouche [deprecated]

Description

Canna glauca (also called Glaucous Canna, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in lowland rainforests and palm savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Canna glauca is a popular ornamental plant used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, as it can be used to treat various respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Canna glauca has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canna glauca is an evergreen perennial that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through division of the rhizomes in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Canna glauca

Canna glauca is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Canna glauca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Canna glauca?

Canna glauca

What is the natural habitat of Canna glauca?

Moist soils in wetlands, marshes, and swamps

What are the common uses of Canna glauca?

Ornamental plant, medicinal plant, and food

References