Native to South and Central America, this flowering ornamental comes in a variety of colors (ours are orange), and has been widely used for its medicinal values and edible root rhizomes for centuries. Indian Shot also has a lovely effect on beautiful creatures like hummingbirds and butterflies that love their flowers.

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Zone: 3-11

Difficulty: Medium

Perrenial

Height: 5ft

Sun: Full Sun Well-draining soil

Water: Regularly, let soil dry out between

Depending on the time of year you order, the rhizome (root) stock received will either be dormant (fall/winter) or with leaves (spring/summer).

Plant sales to U.S.A. only.

All orders are prepared bare root

AVAILABLE FOR LOCAL PICKUP (FLORIDA ONLY)

**RESTRICTED STATES: AE AK GU HI PR**

MEDICINAL BENEFITS/USES:

Rhizome:

• The rhizome is edible, and can be consumed raw or baked. When baked, it is considered a sweet dessert.

• Rhizome tea decoction is often used as a diuretic.

Smashed Seeds + water:

• The smashed seeds and water, mashed into a poultice and applied to forehead to promote headache relief

• The powdered seeds, can be applied to skin as a anti-infective for itches and sores, and skin dermatoses

-Useful Tropical Plants -

- Mayo Clinic -

- The Lost Seed Culinary Uses -

***These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA or other health authorities, and this product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. Consult a doctor before exploring the different historical and medicinal uses of this plant.****