Zingiber cochinchinense (Chinese Ginger)
Zingiber cochinchinense (Chinese Ginger) cone shaped creamy yellow flower head with detailed red and white markings
Botanical name: Zingiber cochinchinense
Common name: Chinese Ginger
Family: Zingiberaceae
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Small
Mature height: 2-5 ft
Sun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular; moderate
Flower color: Pink; white and off-white
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsSimilar plants: Zingiber cochinchinense (Chinese Ginger)
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Zingiber cochinchinense (Chinese Ginger) creamy white flower spikes emerge among narrow dark green leaves.
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