Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Zingiberaceae

Genus:

Alpinia

Species:

Alpinia purpurata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

pink, red

Native Range

United States: Guam, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Palau

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers humid tropical environments