Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
cernuum
ID:
616715

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dalzell

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 4:342. (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616047

Common Names

  • Zingiber cernuum
  • Foxtail Ginger
  • Tailflower Ginger

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Description

Zingiber cernuum (also called 'Nodding Ginger', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Zingiberaceae. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Zingiber cernuum has been used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, such as indigestion, nausea, and vomiting. It is also used as a spice in cooking.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Zingiber cernuum are small, yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zingiber cernuum is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers warm temperatures and partial shade. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, humid environment. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Zingiber cernuum

Zingiber cernuum can be found in tropical Asia.

Zingiber cernuum FAQ

What are the common names of Zingiber cernuum?

Common names of Zingiber cernuum include Nodding Ginger and Wild Ginger.

What type of environment does Zingiber cernuum prefer?

Zingiber cernuum prefers moist, tropical environments.

What is the range of Zingiber cernuum?

Zingiber cernuum is found in Southeast Asia and parts of India.

Species in the Zingiber genus

Zingiber acuminatum, Zingiber albiflorum, Zingiber apoense, Zingiber argenteum, Zingiber atrorubens, Zingiber aurantiacum, Zingiber banahaoense, Zingiber barbatum, Zingiber bisectum, Zingiber bradleyanum, Zingiber brevifolium, Zingiber bulusanense, Zingiber cernuum, Zingiber chlorobracteatum, Zingiber cholmondeleyi, Zingiber chrysanthum, Zingiber chrysostachys, Zingiber citrinum, Zingiber citriodorum, Zingiber cochleariforme, Zingiber collinsii, Zingiber coloratum, Zingiber corallinum, Zingiber curtisii, Zingiber cylindricum, Zingiber darceyi, Zingiber densissimum, Zingiber eberhardtii, Zingiber eborinum, Zingiber echuanense, Zingiber elatum, Zingiber emeiense, Zingiber flagelliforme, Zingiber flammeum, Zingiber flavescens, Zingiber flavomaculosum, Zingiber flavovirens, Zingiber fragile, Zingiber fraseri, Zingiber georgeae, Zingiber gracile, Zingiber griffithii, Zingiber guangxiense, Zingiber gulinense, Zingiber hupehense, Zingiber idae, Zingiber incomptum, Zingiber inflexum, Zingiber integrilabrum, Zingiber integrum,

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,

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