Plant profile
Canna Lily
Canna indica
Tropical ornamental with broad leaves and bold colorful flowers.
Care snapshot
Light
Bright indirect light
Water
Every 2-3 days
Difficulty
Easy
Growth
Fast
Space
Large space, up to 180 cm
Typical cost
₹80-220
Why it works
Good fit notes
Bold tropical flowers
Care tip: Likes sun, warmth, and steady moisture
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Best for
Household fit
Safe enough for this home?
Canna is generally treated as non-toxic compared with true lilies, though it is not a true lily.
No special toxicity caution; avoid pesticide-treated material.
Placement
Where it works best
India climate
What to watch
Buying check
Before you bring it home
Look for
- Choose firm rhizomes or plants with clean leaves.
- Use large pots and strong light.
Avoid
- Leaf roller damage
- Virus-like streaking
- Rotten rhizome
- No flower buds
Plant personality
Useful traits
Canna lily is not a true Lilium lily.
It grows from rhizomes and needs space.
Flowers and foliage give a tropical look in sunny outdoor containers.
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