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Costus lateriflorus Baker

Family Name: Costaceae
Common Name: Spiral Ginger

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Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon)
Plant Growth Form Herbaceous Plant
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial

Biogeography

Native Distribution Nigeria to Gabon.
Local Conservation Status Non-native (Horticultural / Cultivated Only)

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Flowers
Landscape Uses Parks & Gardens, Small Gardens, Hanging Basket

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Semi-Shade
Water Preference Moderate Water
Rootzone Tolerance Well-Drained Soils
Propagation Method Seed, Division

Foliar

Mature Foliage Colour(s) Green
Mature Foliage Texture(s) Smooth, Velvety / Furry / Tomentose

Floral (Angiosperm)

Flower Colour(s) Yellow / Golden

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Master ID 31632
Species ID 6031
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Species record last updated on: 18 May 2022.
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