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False Dracaena

Talbotiaelegans

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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

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color

Lavender

White/Near White

Bloom Time

Mid Spring

Late Spring/Early Summer

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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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