Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Costaceae

Genus:

Costus

Species:

Costus albiflos

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Geophyte

Height:

150 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

butterflies, hummingbirds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds require warm temperatures (25-30°C) and consistent moisture. Fresh seed germinates best; viability decreases rapidly with storage.

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