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The Louisiana Canna (Canna glauca), a perennial forb or herb, is native to a wide range of regions stretching from the southeastern United States through Central and South America. Louisiana Canna (Latin: Canna glauca, family Cannaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Louisiana Canna is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Louisiana Canna is a member of the Cannaceae family native to AGE, AGW, BER, BOL, BZN, and BZE. The Louisiana Canna thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Louisiana Canna grows best in USDA zone 9-11, full sun light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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