Siphonochilus sp. (Natal Ginger)

Siphonochilus sp. (Natal Ginger) multi-colored flower plant with yellow, white, and pink petals
Siphonochilus sp. (Natal Ginger) showing yellow, white, and pink flowers amid deep green leaves

Botanical name: Siphonochilus sp.

Common names: Natal Ginger, Wild Ginger

Family: Zingiberaceae

Origin: Africa

USDA Zone: 9

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Semi-shadeShadeSun exposure: Semi-shade; shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white; blue, lavender, purple; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Deciduous plantFoliage: Deciduous

Siphonochilus is a genus of plants native to sub-Saharan Africa.

This genus usually goes dormant from November-May.

See Article about African gingers by John Banta.




Link to this plant:
https://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/siphonochilus_sp.htm