Gingers: Curcuma cordata
Botanical name: Curcuma cordata
Common name: Ginger
also known as (Hidden Ginger, Jewel of Thailand)
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Soil: | damp, acidic, sand |
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Zones: | 9b thru 11a |
Care: |
average
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Lifespan: |
perennial
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description for "Gingers: Curcuma cordata"
Curcumas are wonderful plants with excellent foliage. They are also known as Hidden Gingers because the blooms hide in the leaves. Curcuma cordata's inflorescence is a striking pink and is tall. Will go dormant in the winter and is often the first plant in the garden to start it's dormancy. 4 feet tall.