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Costus afer (?), Spiral Ginger
 Costus afer (?)
Family: Costaceae / Zingiberaceae
Spiral Ginger
Origin: Africa
small shrub 2-5 ftsemi-shaderegular waterwhite/off-white flowersfragrantattracts butterflies, hummingbirds

Costus afer are very easy to grow. They require a rich well drained soil (2 parts peat moss to 1 part loam to 1 part sharp sand), kept on the moist side. They do well in part shade to full sun. Spiral Ginger is a very vigorous grower, that requires frequent repotting to control its size.


 
Costus afer (?), Spiral Ginger


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