Queensland Arrowroot PLANT – QLD Arrowroot – Canna Edulis
A beautiful, fast-growing, and low-maintenance perennial plant prized for its starchy, potato-like rhizomes!
QLD Arrowroot (Canna edulis) is an evergreen perennial that’s both ornamental and productive. Its starchy rhizomes make an excellent potato substitute—ideal for slow-cooked dishes, soups, and stews. Young rhizomes have a mild, potato-like flavor, while older ones become fibrous and are better suited for animal feed or propagation. You can also grate, dehydrate, and grind the rhizomes into a versatile, gluten-free flour.
This plant thrives in warm climates, shooting up to 2m tall in just one season! Its large leaves are perfect for chop-and-drop mulch, enriching your garden soil, and they’re also a favorite snack for livestock. Once established, QLD Arrowroot spreads vigorously—plant it once, and enjoy harvests for years!
Planting & Growing Tips
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Planting: Can be grown directly in the ground or in a large pot (ideal for cooler climates).
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Position: Prefers part shade (full sun may scorch leaves).
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Watering: Keep soil moist after planting until established. Avoid waterlogged conditions—well-drained soil is a must! (Raised beds work great.)
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Growth Habit: Expands quickly in warm weather. In cold winters (below 0°C), it may die back but will regrow in spring.
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Maintenance: Trim dead leaves to encourage new growth. Divide clumps every few years to boost productivity and propagate new plants.
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Harvesting: Dig up rhizomes as needed. Younger ones are tender; older ones are fibrous but great for flour or replanting.
Ordering Details
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Price is for one small plant (similar to those pictured), freshly dug from my chemical-free permaculture food forest in Pacific Haven, QLD.
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Australia-wide shipping (except WA, TAS, Norfolk Island, NT). Pickup available by appointment.
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Dispatched Mondays to ensure delivery before the weekend.
Please note:
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Happy growing!
