Conservatory at the Hort. Evergreen shrub like plant growing to a height of 5 to 20 ft tall with a spread of 5 to 20 ft. Individual leaves can reach 20 ft long and be 4 ft wide. Needs protection from winds as large leaves can get tattered. Plant flowers after 3 or 4 years then dies to the ground.
Flower is very small but enclosed in showy bract.
Needs moist well drained soil. Can grow in full sun to half shade. In very hot climes, may do better in shaded site. Can be used indoors or out. Good plants to use around swimming pools.