Gingers: Curcuma aurantiaca
Botanical name: Curcuma aurantiaca
Common name: Ginger
also known as (Hidden Ginger)
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at a glance
Soil: | damp, acidic, sand |
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Sun: | |
Zones: | 8a thru 11a |
Care: |
average
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Lifespan: |
perennial
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Attributes: |
none |
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description for "Gingers: Curcuma aurantiaca"
Curcumas are often called Hidden Gingers because the flowers are below the leaves and thus hidden. Curcuma aurantiaca blooms in the summer and makes a wonderful cut flower. Foliage is glossy.
History:
Native to IndoMalaysia and China.