Golden Canna (Canna flaccida)

Florida Native Aquatic Beauty

Golden Canna (Canna flaccida), also known as Bandanna-of-the-Everglades, is a stunning Florida native aquatic perennial prized for its brilliant yellow blooms and lush, tropical foliage. Naturally found in wetlands, ponds, and along the edges of waterways, this adaptable plant thrives in moist to waterlogged soils, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens, pond margins, and wildlife-friendly landscapes.

Golden Canna’s showy, delicate flowers attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and pollinators, adding life and movement to your garden. Its broad, deep-green leaves create a striking contrast against the bright yellow blooms, providing year-round interest. Hardy in warm climates, this low-maintenance and fast-growing species helps filter water and stabilize wetland areas while flourishing in full sun to partial shade.

Like other Canna species, Golden Canna’s rhizomes are edible and contain a high amount of starch, making them a valuable food source. Indigenous peoples and early settlers used the rhizomes as a potato-like staple, either roasted or ground into flour. The plant’s young shoots are also edible when cooked. Additionally, the fibrous roots can be used for water filtration, helping to improve pond and wetland ecosystems.

Add Golden Canna to your garden for its striking beauty, habitat benefits, and edible, nutrient-rich rhizomes! 🌿💛