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False Dracaena

Talbotiaelegans

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Talbotia elegans by Indigoez
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Genus
Talbotia (tal-BOT-ee-a)
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Species
elegans (ELL-eh-ganz)
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Synonym
Barbacenia elegans
Vellozia elegans
Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger

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Bloom Color
Lavender
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
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Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Groundcovers
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting

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Indigoez
Floresville, TX (Zone 9a) | June 2004 | positive

I have recently acquired seeds of four brazilian Vellozia species, and was wondering if anyone has any tips on starting them from seed...

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