Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. IV (Heft 20):118
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523352
Common Names
- Himalayan Ginger
- Jewel Orchid
- Tiger Ginger
Synonyms
- Roscoea purpurea auriculata (K.Schum.) H.Hara [valid]
- Roscoea sikkimensis Gentil [valid]
- Roscoea purpurea auriculata (K.Schum.) Hara [deprecated]
Description
Roscoea auriculata (also called Ear-leaved Ginger, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas and prefers partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Roscoea auriculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Roscoea auriculata is white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Roscoea auriculata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in partial shade and kept moist.
Where to Find Roscoea auriculata
Roscoea auriculata is native to the Himalayas and can be found in the mountain regions.
Roscoea auriculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Roscoea auriculata?
Roscoea auriculata
What is the common name of Roscoea auriculata?
Ginger lily
What is the natural habitat of Roscoea auriculata?
It is native to the Himalayas and is found in Nepal, Bhutan, India, and China.
Species in the Roscoea genus
Species in the Zingiberaceae family
Haniffia albiflora,
Haniffia cyanescens,
Haniffia flavescens,
Haniffia santubongensis,
Hedychium biflorum,
Hedychium bijiangense,
Hedychium boloveniorum,
Hedychium bordelonianum,
Hedychium borneense,
Hedychium bousigonianum,
Hedychium brevicaule,
Hedychium calcaratum,
Hedychium carneum,
Hedychium coccineum,
Hedychium convexum,
Hedychium coronarium,
Hedychium deceptum,
Hedychium dekianum,
Hedychium densiflorum,
Hedychium elatum,
Hedychium ellipticum,
Hedychium elwesii,
Hedychium emeiense,
Hedychium erythrostemon,
Hedychium flavescens,
Hedychium flavescens,
Hedychium flavum,
Hedychium forrestii,
Hedychium gardnerianum,
Hedychium glabrum,
Hedychium glaucum,
Hedychium gomezianum,
Hedychium gracillimum,
Hedychium grandiflorum,
Hedychium gratum,
Hedychium greenii,
Hedychium griersonianum,
Hedychium griffithianum,
Hedychium hasseltii,
Hedychium heteromallum,
Hedychium hirsutissimum,
Hedychium hookeri,
Hedychium horsfieldii,
Hedychium intermedium,
Hedychium kwangsiense,
Hedychium larsenii,
Hedychium lineare,
Hedychium longicornutum,
Hedychium longipedunculatum,
Hedychium luteum,