Clumping perennial herb with small white flowers.
Other Names: Maranta, Obedience Plant
Origin: Central and South America
Size: 1m high, 1m spread
Growing conditions: full sun to partial shade
Propagation: plant rhizomes after harvest
Growing tips: Hardy understory plant, prune back to ground when needed.
Use: Rhizomes are used commercially to extract the starchy arrowroot flour. Good chop & drop plant.
Availability in shop: all year, best in summer