Food Forest Plants
Food Forest Plants
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Please note: if you want a canna for food production, canna edulis is by far more productive and better tasting.
However, it is said to be tougher and more forgiving than canna edulis and more drought-tolerant.
Achira is an ancient Incan food. This is the plain form of the canna lily, from which the ornamental forms were bred. Achira is very versatile. The starchy tuber can be used as a potato substitute or to make gluten free flour. The protein rich shoots can be used like spinach.
Canna indica is widely used in breeding and hybridisation work because:
Breeding goals include:
Cana lily s a fast growing tropical looking plant. The leaves make a great mulch for your food forest.
Achira grows in most areas.
Grows well in sun or part-shade and moist soil. Likes manure.
Disclaimer:
We love plants as much as you do! All plants sold by Food Forest Plants are intended for ornamental, educational, or gardening purposes. Some may have traditional culinary or medicinal uses, but we cannot give medical advice—please consult a qualified professional before consuming or using any plant. We take great care in labelling, but mistakes can happen. Food Forest Plants is not responsible for any illness, injury, or other effects from using, handling, or consuming plants. Use at your own risk.
Please note: if you want a canna for food production, canna edulis is by far more productive and better tasting.
However, it is said to be tougher and more forgiving than canna edulis and more drought-tolerant.
Achira is an ancient Incan food. This is the plain form of the canna lily, from which the ornamental forms were bred. Achira is very versatile. The starchy tuber can be used as a potato substitute or to make gluten free flour. The protein rich shoots can be used like spinach.
Canna indica is widely used in breeding and hybridisation work because:
Breeding goals include:
Cana lily s a fast growing tropical looking plant. The leaves make a great mulch for your food forest.
Achira grows in most areas.
Grows well in sun or part-shade and moist soil. Likes manure.
Disclaimer:
We love plants as much as you do! All plants sold by Food Forest Plants are intended for ornamental, educational, or gardening purposes. Some may have traditional culinary or medicinal uses, but we cannot give medical advice—please consult a qualified professional before consuming or using any plant. We take great care in labelling, but mistakes can happen. Food Forest Plants is not responsible for any illness, injury, or other effects from using, handling, or consuming plants. Use at your own risk.