Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Costaceae

Genus:

Costus

Species:

Costus pulverulentus

Growth Characteristics

Height:

6-8 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

red

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers humid, tropical environments