Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Zingiberaceae

Genus:

Alpinia

Species:

Alpinia rafflesiana var. hirtior

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Geophyte

Height:

300 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

white, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds require warm temperatures and high humidity for germination. Fresh seeds germinate best.

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