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4.3 out of 5 (4 experiences)


Also known as
Canna Lily, Canna Lily, Indian Shot, African arrowroot, Edible canna, Purple arrowroot, Sierra leone arrowroot, Achira, Cana-da-índia, Canna Lilly Red Velvet and Canna 'Musifolia'
Taxonomy
Canna indica
Canna
Cannaceae
Zingiberales

How to care for Edible Canna
How often to water your Edible Canna

every 9
Edible Canna needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Canna Lily in your home

a window
Edible Canna love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Edible Canna does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Edible Canna in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Edible Canna

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Edible Canna after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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I had to cut my Canna because something fell on it and broke most of the leaves. I love that this plant grows new shoots so quickly.
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Does anyone know what the name of this plant is? I was told it was some type of banana plant but this app said something different.
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What is eating my Cana? I just see regular anto on the plant, no other pests & it attacks just 1 cana, not all òf them. How to threatening it?
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Half a leaf is better than no leaf at all… So this happened to my #Canna - it has new growth and generally seems happy. Just uncertain what happened to this one leaf.
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What the heck is this one? This came from my grandpa's garden, and we don't know what it is. It does bloom flowers every so often, they look like irises or something like that. Usually bright yellow/orange. We've never been able to figure out what it is. #Canna #happyplants #plantid
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Whats wrong with my Canna Lily This has happened over the last two weeks very sudden - I think it’s pot bound I purchased in January and she was doing fine it’s summer here and I’ve had her on the balcony where there’s light but shaded sge Aldi has new growth shoots so it’s perplexing
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Does the canna lily have any special needs during the fall and winter? This plant has been inside near an east facing window since mid summer after pretty bad sun burns. #Canna
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Help! What happened to the leaves? #Canna I planted 4 years ago@ they quadrupled in size by next year. Now the leaves look like they’ve been attacked but no visible pests. Watered and fertilized as recommended. I’m at a loss. Help is appreciated!
Edible Canna is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!
💦 Water Needs
Edible Canna prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
☀️ Sunlight Needs
Edible Canna requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
💨 Humidity
Edible Canna doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
🪴 Soil
Edible Canna does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
💩 Fertilizer
Edible Canna is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
🌎 Native Region
Edible Canna is native to Southern United States to South America.
⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern
Edible Canna is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.
🌦️ Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Edible Canna can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
🌱 Propagation
Edible Canna can be propagated by division into new individual plants.
- Check to see if there is more than one plant. In some cases they may still be beneath the soil surface. If you feel confident, you may remove the soil to check for baby plantlets below!
- If there are multiple plants growing, unpot the plant and gently tug the plants apart, being careful not to disturb too many of the roots. They may be connected by large root segments which you may need to break to free the plantlet.
- Pot up the new plant in well-draining soil
- Repot the parent plant back into its original pot
🧐 Troubleshooting
When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.
Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.
Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.
Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.
Care Summary for Edible Canna
Edible Canna
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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