Roscoea tibetica

Roscoea tibetica

Native to:
China | Myanmar

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Zingiberaceae
Genus:
Roscoea
Species:
Roscoea tibetica

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
25 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
purple, pink, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months to break dormancy; sow in moist, well-drained medium.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society