Shell Ginger Family: Zingiberaceae Origin: East Asia
Alpinia zerumbet is called a "shell ginger" or "shell flower" most commonly, because its individual pink flowers, especially when in bud, resemble sea shells.
Alpinia zerumbet is similar to Alpinia malaccensis and Alpinia nutans.
Alpinia zerumbet is called a "shell ginger" or "shell... more
Alpinia zerumbet - seeds
Alpinia zerumbet is called a "shell ginger" or "shell flower" most commonly, because its individual pink flowers, especially when in bud, resemble sea shells. Alpinia zerumbet is close related to Alpinia malaccensis and Alpinia nutans.