Photo of Curcuma alismatifolia 'Blue Tung' flower by Tejas Tropicals

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Curcuma alismatifolia 'Blue Tung'

Also Known As

  • Blue Tung Siam Tulip

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Curcuma alismatifolia 'Blue Tung' plant details

Curcuma alismatifolia 'Blue Tung' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Curcuma alismatifolia 'Blue Tung'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Curcuma alismatifolia 'Blue Tung'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Siam Tulip was first made available in 2007 out of Thailand. I have not seen it for sale by other nurseries. It is a large sized inflorescence and is a very pretty shade of violet. It produces very long stems so in full display in a garden bed or container it really does resemble a large tulip, only it blooms throughout the summer and fall!

By: Tejas Tropicals

Gardening facts about Curcuma alismatifolia 'Blue Tung' plant

How to Grow Curcuma alismatifolia 'Blue Tung'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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