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Zingiberaceae
Beehive Ginger
Zingiber spectabile
Exotic splendor.
- Family
- Zingiberaceae
- Genus
- Zingiber
- Native to
- Southeast Asia, Malaysia
- Bloom season
- Summer, Fall
- Type
- herbaceous perennial
- Height
- 4-6 ft
- Sunlight
- part shade
- Soil
- Rich, moist, well-drained soil
- Water
- high
- Hardiness
- 9-11
- Lifespan
- perennial
Did you know
- The beehive-shaped inflorescence can grow up to 12 inches tall and changes color as it matures.
- Small white flowers emerge from between the waxy bracts, though the bracts are the main attraction.
- The bracts collect rainwater, creating tiny pools that attract insects and small frogs.
- Despite being related to culinary ginger, beehive ginger is grown primarily for ornamental purposes.
- A single plant can produce multiple flower stalks simultaneously, creating a dramatic tropical display.
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