Big Leaf Hydrangea, Costa Rica


πŸ” Big Leaf Hydrangea | Hydrangea macrophylla 🌱

πŸ“ Seen in Alajuela, Costa Rica πŸ‡¨πŸ‡·

πŸ’¬ Hydrangea macrophylla has its etymological origins in the Greek words for water (hydros) and jar (angos). This is due to the plant’s resemblance to an ancient water jug or container used for storing water.


Also Known as:

Bigleaf hydrangea ‘Let’s Dance Rhapsody Blue’, French hydrangea, Lacecap hydrangea, Penny mac, Hortensia

Plant Type:

Shrub

Lifespan:

Perennial

Ultimate Height:

1.5 – 3 m

Ultimate Spread:

80 cm – 2.5 m

Native Habitat:

Japan

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