Indian shot, Canna indica
Indian shot is a tall (up to 1m high) perennial that grows from a thick, branching, underground rhizome. The large green, broad leaves, taper to a point. Flowers are red, orange or yellow below, with narrow long petals. The green, spiny, three-valved capsules contain hard black seeds. The seeds are called “Indian shot” as they resemble lead shot ammunition used in the 18th and 19th centuries. They are often used to make jewellery in their native Caribbean.
To eradicate this plant:
To eradicate this plant:
This plant needs a garden fork, as you must be sure to dig out the underground rhizomes! Just pulling the plant will often result in the rhizomes being left behind and they will sprout again.
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