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Spiral-Ginger
Costus pulverulentus
C. Presl
COST-us
pull-vehr-you-LEN-tus
Costaceae
Explanation
of name:
For generic name see C. woodsonii. Pulverulentus means powdery.
Natural
range:
Tropical America, escaped in Florida (WU1)
Recognition:
Spiral-Ginger with the inflorescence tapered to a pointed top; bracts red (or
green) with fuzzy margins; and the flowers orangish. ‘Pink Lips’ is a dwarf
cultivar.
Landscape
uses:
Flowering perennial for partial shade and adequate moisture
Internet
source:
http://www.gingersrus.com/DataSheet.php?PID=3353)
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Botanical |
English |
FL native |
Growth form
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Flowering season
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Typical dimensions
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Suggested spacing |
Cultural conditions
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Problems
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Costus pulverulentus |
Sprial-Ginger |
Exotic, escaped (WU1) |
Large rhizomatous perennial |
SU-FA
(WU1) |
4’-5’
(se above) |
12”-15”
(DAV) |
PS (but with 1-2 hours direct sun, see discussion)
ME
(DAV) |
Escapes cultivation (WU1) |
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