Zingiber rubens
Bengal Ginger
Description
Zingiber rubens, commonly known as red ginger, is a tropical perennial herb in the Zingiberaceae family, closely related to culinary ginger. It's native to Southeast Asia and is prized for its ornamental value, with its striking, red flower spikes. The plant features long, lance-shaped leaves that emerge from the rhizome, which is not typically used as a spice, unlike true ginger. The showy, cone-shaped flower spikes are composed of colorful bracts, often in vibrant shades of red and pink, creating a dramatic display. Red ginger thrives in warm, humid environments. It prefers well-draining soil. To cultivate red ginger, plant the rhizomes in a location with partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. Regular watering and fertilization during the growing season will promote healthy growth and flowering. It's a great landscape plant.
Description
Zingiber rubens, commonly known as red ginger, is a tropical perennial herb in the Zingiberaceae family, closely related to culinary ginger. It's native to Southeast Asia and is prized for its ornamental value, with its striking, red flower spikes. The plant features long, lance-shaped leaves that emerge from the rhizome, which is not typically used as a spice, unlike true ginger. The showy, cone-shaped flower spikes are composed of colorful bracts, often in vibrant shades of red and pink, creating a dramatic display. Red ginger thrives in warm, humid environments. It prefers well-draining soil. To cultivate red ginger, plant the rhizomes in a location with partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. Regular watering and fertilization during the growing season will promote healthy growth and flowering. It's a great landscape plant.