The flowers of Canna indica, commonly known as arrowroot canna, are showy and tropical, featuring large, soft petals in vibrant colors such as red, orange, yellow, or mixed patterns with spots. They grow in clusters on tall, sturdy stems, surrounded by broad, banana-like leaves.
In addition to their ornamental value, this plant is also valued for its rhizomes, which are used to produce arrowroot starch, especially in tropical regions.