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Torch Ginger
Etlingera elatior
10.6372, -61.283
Field Notes
Description:
These beautiful torch gingers were allover at Asa Wrights nature centre in Trinidad and are hard to capture their vibrance and true beauty! The showy red flowers are used in decorative arrangements but are also used in cooking in different parts of the world.
Habitat:
These were seen in Trinidad but can also be found in parts of South America and Asia.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedMarch 11, 2013
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