Costus leucanthus 'Vertigo'

Also Known As

Vertigo Spiral Ginger

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6'
W: 24"

planting zones

8a-11

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Costus leucanthus 'Vertigo' plant details

Costus leucanthus 'Vertigo' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Costus leucanthus 'Vertigo'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: costaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: showy, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Costus leucanthus 'Vertigo'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Vertigo is one of those plants that you find hard to believe when you see it for the first time. As the name hints at, it has reddish vertical stripes running up and down the pale green stems in a random pattern. The bright green cone shaped bracts open to cream to pale yellow colored flowers. New, rare, and unusual- collectors need apply.