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Thalia geniculata
Also Known As
- Alligator Flag
- Fire Flag
- Red Stemmed Thalia
Plant type
perennial, aquatic
size
- H: 8'-10'
- W: 1'-3'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Thalia geniculata plant details
Thalia geniculata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and standing water - high water. Does well in average soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Thalia geniculata
- Plant type: perennial aquatic
- Plant family: marantaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: bog garden, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Thalia geniculata
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: standing water - high
- Soil needs: average
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Plant at or above water level
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
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How to Grow Thalia geniculata
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- standing water - high
Soil Needs
- average
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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aka Powdery Alligator Flag
Plant Type
Perennial, Aquatic
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 5'-10'
Width: 3'-10'
- sun - mostly sun
- standing water - regular
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