Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger)

Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) orange yellow flower, close up shot of unique exotic bloom
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) flower with orange and yellow petals emerging from a green cone

Botanical name: Costus malortieanus

Common name: Stepladder Ginger

Family: Costaceae

Origin: Costa Rica

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Red, crimson, vinous flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Costus malortieanus has wonderful velvety foliage and a nice dark green color. The flowers are also quite attractive. Costus malortieanus grows to about 5 ft tall in part shade to nearly full sun. This is the easiest of all the spiral gingers to grow, as it seems to be able to handle a wide range of soil and sunlight.

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Image gallery: 12 images
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) orange yellow flower close up, showing intricate thin lines.
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) flower with orange and yellow petals and wavy textured edges.
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) orange yellow flower close up with green leaves background
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) flower emerging from a textured green pinecone shaped bract structure
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) orange yellow flower close up resting on green glossy leaves
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) flower emerge from thick green foliage with orange and yellow tones
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) with yellow flower and green leaves close up
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) with its distinct yellow flower atop large green leaves.
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) orange yellow flower and green leaves close up
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) flower with orange yellow petals emerging from a green bract
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) green cone flower close up on wide overlapping velvet leaves.
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) cone flower centered among lush foliage in a close up.
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) plant with large green leaves and yellow flower center close up.
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) radiates thick green foliage around a small delicate yellow flower center.
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) yellow flower close up with red veins on orange petals
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) flower showing yellow and orange petals with intricate red veining lines
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) green leaves arranged in a circular spiral close up
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) leaves spread out with a central bud spiraling from the middle
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) orange yellow flower close up with green bracts.
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) flower emergence from a cone shaped green bract cluster.
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) orange yellow flower, close up view of petals, distinct vein lines.
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) flower with delicate orange petals and a central yellow lip component.
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) with wide green leaves and a small orange flower bud.
Costus malortieanus (Stepladder Ginger) with wide green leaves and a central orange flower bud.


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