Botanical names: Uvaria grandiflora, Unona grandiflora, Uva grandiflora, Uvaria cardinalis, Uvaria flava, Uvaria platypetala, Uvaria purpurea, Uvaria rubra
Common name: Large-flowered Uvaria
Family: Annonaceae
Origin: Thailand
A truly very rare plant in cultivation anywhere. Medium size tree with unusual flowers 4-5" wide with dark red petals that turn yellow towards daisy-like center. Has large ornamental leathery leaves. Compact shape. Drought tolerant. This plant is easy to grow in container, it starts blooming in young age, when it is about 2-3 ft tall. Attracts butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. Prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade.
The fruits are aromatic, eaten raw or preserved.
Similar plants: Uvaria grandiflora (Large-flowered Uvaria)
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