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Shell Ginger
Alpinia zerumbet
27.9095, -82.7873
Field Notes
Description:
Ever green tropical perennial that grows in upright clumps 8–10 feet tall. It bears funnel-formed flowers. Flowers have white or pink perianths with yellow labella with red spots and stripes.
Habitat:
Tropical climates. Best grown in rich medium-wet, to wet well drained soils in full sun to part shade. This tree was observed at a County botanical garden where it can be provided the care and is placed to receive the sun it needs.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedApril 1, 2013
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