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Aframomum mildbraedii - African Cardamom

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5912 Aframomum mildbraedii - African Cardamom

Small shrub 2-5 ft Semi-shade Pink flowers White/off-white flowers Yellow/orange flowers Spice or herb

African Cardamom. Seeds are similar in flavor to cardamom. Native to tropical rain forest of Africa. Red pods are carried just above the ground. Plants reach 5 to 6 ft. tall but can form pods when smaller. Seems to grow well in containers. Full sun to medium shade. Still rare in the US.
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Alpinia galanga - Galangal, Thai Ginger

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5685 Alpinia galanga - Galangal, Thai Ginger

Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Shade Semi-shade Regular water White/off-white flowers Fragrant Spice or herb Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Galanga Root, Galangal, Thai ginger, Laos. Galanga is an herb used in cooking, especially in Indonesian and Thai cuisines. It has long narrow leaves and reddish-white flowers. The rhizomes, known as galangal, are valued for their spicy flavor and aromatic scent. These are used throughout Asia in curries and perfumes, and were previously used widely in Europe. They are also used as an herbal remedy.
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Alpinia purpurata - Dwarf Red Cone Ginger

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2778 Alpinia purpurata - Dwarf Red Cone Ginger

Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Regular water Pink flowers Red/crimson/vinous flowers

One of the most desirable symbols of Tropics, Alpinia purpurata, red ginger, also called ostrich plume and pink cone ginger, are native Malaysian plants with showy flowers on long brightly colored red bracts. They look like the bloom, but the true flower is the small white flower on top. Red Ginger grows in Hawaii, and many Central American nations, including Belize. It is also found in Samoa, where it is the national flower, and is locally called "teuila." It prefers partial shade and moist humid conditions, although it can tolerate full sun in some climates. It tends to like to be well watered and not left to dry out. Ginger can also be grown as a houseplant and its cut flowers can be used in arrangements.
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Alpinia purpurata - Pink Cone Ginger

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2780 Alpinia purpurata - Pink Cone Ginger

Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Regular water Pink flowers Red/crimson/vinous flowers

One of the most desirable symbols of Tropics, Alpinia purpurata, also called ostrich plume and pink cone ginger, are native Malaysian plants with showy flowers on long brightly colored pink bracts. They look like the bloom, but the true flower is the small white flower on top. Red Ginger grows in Hawaii, and many Central American nations, including Belize. It is also found in Samoa, where it is the national flower, and is locally called "teuila." It prefers partial shade and moist humid conditions, although it can tolerate full sun in some climates. It tends to like to be well watered and not left to dry out. Ginger can also be grown as a houseplant and its cut flowers can be used in arrangements.
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Alpinia purpurata Purest White - White Cone Ginger

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5400 Alpinia purpurata Purest White - White Cone Ginger

Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Regular water Pink flowers Red/crimson/vinous flowers

Rare variety with pure white flowers. One of the most desirable symbols of Tropics, Alpinia purpurata, also called ostrich plume and pink cone ginger, are native Malaysian plants with showy flowers on long brightly colored pink bracts. They look like the bloom, but the true flower is the small white flower on top.
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Alpinia Purpurta Hot Pink

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6020 Alpinia Purpurta Hot Pink

Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Regular water Pink flowers Red/crimson/vinous flowers

Hot Pink Produces large clusters of pink flowers that graduate to light pink at the very top. The flowers accent wonderfully with the dark green foliage. Prefers shade to light shade. Grows to 5-8 feet tall and produces flowers throughout the year.
One of the most desirable symbols of Tropics, Alpinia purpurata, also called ostrich plume and pink cone ginger, are native Malaysian plants with showy flowers on long brightly colored pink bracts. They look like the bloom, but the true flower is the small white flower on top. It tends to like to be well watered and not left to dry out. Ginger can also be grown as a houseplant and its cut flowers can be used in arrangements.
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Alpinia zerumbet variegated - Variegated ginger

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2375 Alpinia zerumbet variegated - Variegated ginger

Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Regular water White/off-white flowers Ornamental foliage Red/crimson/vinous flowers Yellow/orange flowers

Variegated ginger - this species is valued for its variegated foliage, and beautiful flowers.
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Burbidgea schizocheila - Voodoo Flame Ginger

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5024 Burbidgea schizocheila - Voodoo Flame Ginger

Small shrub 2-5 ft Semi-shade Epiphyte Regular water Moderate water Yellow/orange flowers

A dwarf ginger that is hard to find, but well worth it. Intermittently throughout the year, bright golden-orange cones will appear above the glossy dark green, maroon-backed leaves. Individual flowers will open and last for a period of about two weeks during each bloom cycle. Has a very upright growth habit. An excellent indoor plant, it should be kept out of direct sunlight as this will scorch the leaves, and should be kept in a container even outdoors, as they are very cold-tender and must be brought inside in the fall. When repotting, take care that only the roots are burried in the soil or potting medium, as it is a bit of an epiphyte (air plant) and the rhyzome must remain above ground level.
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Calathea loeseneri - Brazilian Star Calathea

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5544 Calathea loeseneri - Brazilian Star Calathea

Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Regular water Pink flowers White/off-white flowers Ornamental foliage Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

This Brazilian Calathea is one of the very few with showy flowers. The large leaves are quite attractive and they remind of a peacock ginger (Kaempferia). The leaves are light green with a white midrib. The white/pinkish flowers are 3" produced on long stems. The blooms are very showy above the foliage. This is a rarely offered plant. Makes an excellent container plant for shady locations.
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Costus - Red Button Ginger

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2821 Costus - Red Button Ginger

Large shrub 5-10 ft Semi-shade Regular water Ornamental foliage Red/crimson/vinous flowers Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds Edible Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Red Button Ginger. Spectacular red ginger, with bright red button-like flower cones almost year-round. The yellow flowers that emerge from the red cones are edible. The plant can withstand a light frost for short periods of time but will stop blooming.
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Costus arabicus (amazonicus) variegata - Variegated Spiral Ginger

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5928 Costus arabicus (amazonicus) variegata - Variegated Spiral Ginger

Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Keep soil moist Pink flowers White/off-white flowers Deciduous Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Variegated Spiral Ginger. Originally from South America, this ginger is very popular in Hawaii and Florida. The actual name is C. arabicus variegata and it is labeled Costus amazonicus variegata almost everywhere. Spiraling stems rise with a strong white variegation and topped with green and white cone like flowers. Prefers shade, moist soil and lots of water.
This is a spectacular addition to your shade garden!
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Costus erythrophyllus Rubra - Ox Blood Costus, Red Wine Costus

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5455 Costus erythrophyllus Rubra - Ox Blood Costus, Red Wine Costus

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Regular water Pink flowers Unusual color Ornamental foliage

Costus erythrophyllus grows up to 1-2 feet when fully mature. Also known as Ox Blood Costus because of its striking foliage. When the wind shifts and you see the bright red underside that gives it its name. The flowers are relatively large, pale pink and grow prettily cradled in the midst of the leaves. All in all, this unusual looking plant really is a looker which will brighten any border. The attractive Costus will be a welcome addition to any garden, hothouse or windowsill.
Close related plant, but with yellow flowers - Costus vinosus, that is often confused with Costus erythrophyllus.
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Costus fissiligulatus - African Princess, Cameroon Costus

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5485 Costus fissiligulatus - African Princess, Cameroon Costus

Large shrub 5-10 ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Regular water Pink flowers Yellow/orange flowers Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Costus fissiligulatus is an amazing new Costus from Gabon in West Africa. It has a dazzling pink trumpet flower with a yellow throat. It is very floriferous with an inflorescence of numerous flower buds on a shortish plant of 3-4 ft that stands very erect. It is an easy grower with similar growing requirements to other gingers.
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Curcuma alismatifolia Royal Scepter - Pink Siam Tulip

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3385 Curcuma alismatifolia Royal Scepter - Pink Siam Tulip

Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Keep soil moist Regular water Pink flowers Blue/lavender/purple flowers Red/crimson/vinous flowers Yellow/orange flowers Deciduous Spice or herb Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Very showy Siam Tulip with pink bracts and lavender-bluish flowers. This plant produces an excellent cut flower last up to about 14 days. If placed in a slightly shaded position, flower on the plant can remain for up to 3 months.
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Curcuma alismatifolia Siam Scarlet - Purple Siam Tulip

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5686 Curcuma alismatifolia Siam Scarlet - Purple Siam Tulip

A new spectacular introduction from Thailand with bright purple bracts, mauve red edge markings, and lavender-bluish flowers. This plant produces an excellent cut flower last up to about 14 days. If placed in a slightly shaded position, flower on the plant can remain for up to 3 months.
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Curcuma longa - Turmeric

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5839 Curcuma longa - Turmeric

Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Semi-shade Regular water Pink flowers Deciduous Spice or herb Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Spice Turmeric, Longevity Spice, Indian Saffron, Tumeric. Turmeric powder might well be the healthiest spice on Earth. Made by grinding the dried root of the Curcuma longa plant, this ancient superfood and key ingredient in curry powder has been used by Indian Ayurvedic healers for centuries. In recent years, also the scientific community has begun to show interest in the potential health benefits of the turmeric root. Turmeric can be consumed in its original powdered form through culinary additions to other foods.
This plant is deciduous through winter-spring.
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Curcuma Sangria - Red Siam Tulip

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5529 Curcuma Sangria - Red Siam Tulip

Red Siam Tulip, rare hybrid. This plant produces an excellent cut flower last up to about 14 days. If placed in a slightly shaded position, flower on the plant can remain for up to 3 months.
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Curcuma x roscoeana Katie - Snow Top Siam Tulip

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5681 Curcuma x roscoeana Katie - Snow Top Siam Tulip

Dramatic blooms of new cultivar Katie have pure white tops over the blood red cones. Outstanding hybrid of Curcuma roscoeana. This plant produces an excellent cut flower last up to about 14 days. If placed in a slightly shaded position, flower on the plant can remain for up to 3 months.
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Dichorisandra pendula - Weeping Blue Ginger

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2627 Dichorisandra pendula - Weeping Blue Ginger

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Keep soil moist Blue/lavender/purple flowers Ornamental foliage

Weeping Blue Ginger, Blue Pendant. Unusual zinger-looking perennial with dark green foliage with arching stems. Heads of dark electric-blue flowers top tall, jointed stems with glossy heavy leaves faintly banded silver and toned purplish-blue beneath. Rare color for tropics!
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Dichorisandra thyrsiflora - Blue Ginger, Sapphire Gem

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4362 Dichorisandra thyrsiflora - Blue Ginger, Sapphire Gem

Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Moderate water Blue/lavender/purple flowers Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Unusual color for tropics - Deep Sapphire! Blue Ginger is a wonderful, tropical-looking plant which resembles ginger in growth and habit. It is a great addition for a shade garden, can be grown as a container and indoor plant. In warm environment, the plant is evergreen and doesn't go dormant.
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Etlingera elatior - Pink Torch Ginger

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2782 Etlingera elatior - Pink Torch Ginger

Large shrub 5-10 ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Semi-shade Regular water Pink flowers White/off-white flowers Red/crimson/vinous flowers Fragrant

Pink Torch Ginger. Its leafstalks are tall, growing from underground rhizomes. The torches itself, about 3 ft, also emerge from the ground on a long stalk. The flowerheads are eaten raw in Malaysia, before the bracts begin to open. The Torch ginger likes full sun or light shade and rich, well drained soil, with plenty of water and protection from strong winds.
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Etlingera elatior - Red Torch Ginger

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2781 Etlingera elatior - Red Torch Ginger

Large shrub 5-10 ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Semi-shade Regular water Pink flowers White/off-white flowers Red/crimson/vinous flowers Fragrant

Red Torch Ginger. Its leafstalks are tall, growing from underground rhizomes. The torches itself, about 3 ft, also emerge from the ground on a long stalk. The flowerheads are eaten raw in Malaysia, before the bracts begin to open. The Torch ginger likes full sun or light shade and rich, well drained soil, with plenty of water and protection from strong winds.
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Hedychium coronarium - Butterfly Ginger

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2468 Hedychium coronarium - Butterfly Ginger

Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Semi-shade Keep soil moist White/off-white flowers Fragrant Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

White Ginger, Butterfly Ginger Lily. This is the most fragrant of all gingers. In the summer it bears fragrant flowers that resemble butterflies. It is popular in Hawaii and the Pacific Islands were it is used in leis or singly worn in the hair or behind the ear. It also makes a good cut flower great for scenting the home. It is a tough plant, a light freeze will kill it to the ground, but it will come back in the spring.
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Hedychium flavum x coccineum Dr. Moy - Variegated Hardy Ginger Lily

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5784 Hedychium flavum x coccineum Dr. Moy - Variegated Hardy Ginger Lily

Large shrub 5-10 ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Semi-shade Regular water White/off-white flowers Yellow/orange flowers Fragrant Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

Spectacular variegated leaf variety with orange flowers! From the late plant breeder Dr. Moy of the San Antonio Botanical Garden comes this new hybrid with white paint-like speckles covering the otherwise green foliage. In September, clumps of Hedychium Dr. Moy are topped with fragrant, peachy-orange flowers with a darker orange throat. Exquisitely fragrant!
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Heliconia latispatha Distans

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3209 Heliconia latispatha Distans

Large shrub 5-10 ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Semi-shade Regular water Red/crimson/vinous flowers Yellow/orange flowers Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

Heliconia latispatha grows up to 12 ft tall, with leaves resembling those of bananas. Inflorescence is erect, up to 2 ft long, with red or orange bracts subtending green, yellow or orange flowers. What is nice about this Heliconia is how the blooms appear at the very top of the stalk, shown off above all the leaves.
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