Etlingera elatior (Torch Ginger) - Image 13

Botanical names: Etlingera elatior, Phaeomeria speciosa, Nicolaio elatior

Common name: Torch Ginger

Family: Zingiberaceae

Origin: Tropical Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersFragrant plant
See full plant profile: Etlingera elatior (Torch Ginger)
Etlingera elatior (Torch Ginger) light pink flower close up with many layered delicate petals.
Etlingera elatior (Torch Ginger) with soft pink petals arranged in a layered rounded flower head.
Learn more about growing Etlingera elatior (Torch Ginger)


Learn more about
About Tropical Plant Encyclopedia · Pictogram Guide·