Gunnera manicata
Gunnera manicata
Gunnera manicata
Gunnera manicata
Gunnera manicata
Gunnera manicata

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Gunnera manicata

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Gunnera manicata is one of the most spectacular herbaceous plants with huge rhubarb-like, prickly leaves that can be 150-180 cm across.

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One of the most spectacular herbaceous plants, Gunnera manicata is native to Brazil and has huge rhubarb-like, prickly leaves that can be up to 150-180cm across. Ideal for wet or moist sites, this makes a superb feature plant which looks especially good when planted next to ponds or streams.


  • Position: Full sun or partial shade.
  • Soil: Moist or boggy soil.
  • Hardiness: Hardy. The crown of Gunnera manicata requires protection from frost in winter.
  • Rate of Growth: Vigorous.
  • Habit: Large architectural perennial.
    • Height: Eventually up to 2.5 m (8 ft)
    • Spread: Eventually up to 3 m (10 ft)
  • Notes: Protect the crown in winter by piling the dead leaves into a mound over the plants centre in the autumn and removing them in spring when there is less risk of frost
How Much Sun
Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size
Herbaceous - Large (1.2m+)
Growing Conditions
Soil: Damp/Wet, Soil: Acid
Special Features
Fruit - Ornamental, Foliage - Unusual Shape

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