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Curcuma cordata

Also Known As

  • Curcuma cordata 'Jewel of Thailand'
  • Jewel of Thailand Siam Tulip

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Curcuma cordata plant details

Curcuma cordata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Curcuma cordata

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Curcuma cordata

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A truly impressive curcuma with a very long flower spike or bract that is a waxy deep pink. The foliage reaches 3-4' tall. A very free flowering ginger that's a must for the tropical garden.

By: Tejas Tropicals

Gardening facts about Curcuma cordata plant

How to Grow Curcuma cordata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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aka Pink Wonder Hidden Cone Ginger

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7b-10b

Size

Height: 4'-5'

Width: 2'

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • regular
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aka Curcuma roscoeana 'Pride of Burma', Burmese Hidden Lily, Jewel of Burma Ginger, Orange Ginger, Orange Hidden Ginger, Pride of Burma Ginger

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 24"-36"

Width: 24"

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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aka Curcuma 'Bicolor Wonder', Curcuma zedoaria 'Bicolour Wonder', Bicolour Wonder Hidden Cone Ginger, Ginger Bicolor

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 3'-7'

Width: 2'-5'

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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aka Curcuma zedoaria 'White Wonder', White Wonder Hardy Ginger, White Wonder Hidden Cone Ginger

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 4'-5'

Width: 3'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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aka Blue Tung Siam Tulip

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 12"-18"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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