A semi-tropical perennial plant, with large leaves and a distinctive thick, hollow, square stem. Grows up to 7 metres high under favourable conditions, stems can easily be propagated to grow more plants. Plants are grown best in partial shade, well-watered but well-drained soil. A semi-tropical perennial plant, with large leaves and a distinctive thick, hollow, square stem. Grows up to 7 metres high under favourable conditions, stems can easily be propagated to grow more plants.
Plants are grown best in partial shade, well-watered but well-drained soil. Roots must be kept constantly soaked otherwise they will rot. and kill the plant. Can be grown indoors as a lovely indoor plant. Has beautiful, lilac/white flowers.