In front of Strelitzia sp. off path in lower Palm Canyon. Shrubby evergreen perennial to 8 ft with an equal spread. Weakly upright branches from base. Large leaves to 8 inches across, lobed, tropical looking and velvety. Fruit is insignificant.
Plant needs summer water and prefers full sun in a site sheltered from wind and cold temperatures.
Tender to half hardy. Prune bach after flowering. Some members of this genus is poisonous. Solandra guttata , Most material offered as this species is actually S. maxima. Cup of Gold Vine, Goldcup, Cup of Gold, Trumpet Plant.