Carludovica palmata
PANAMA HAT PLANT
Cyclanthaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: warm low sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline
3m
Plant habit
 
3m

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Origins: Central America, South America

Other Botanical Names: Carludovica gigantea, Carludovica incisa, Carludovica jamaicensis, Ludovia palmata, Salmia jamaicensis, Salmia palmata

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Carludovica palmata
PANAMA HAT PLANT
Cyclanthaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: warm low sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline
3m
Plant habit
 
3m

FEATURES

Flowers: n/a


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical designs

Uses: accents, large planter, informal screen

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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