Photo of Curcuma 'Panama Purple' flower by Tejas Tropicals

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Curcuma 'Panama Purple'

Also Known As

  • Panama Purple Ginger

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Curcuma 'Panama Purple' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Curcuma 'Panama Purple'

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: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: pleated leaves, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Curcuma 'Panama Purple'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Panama Purple has wonderful pleated leaves from 3-4 feet tall with a pretty red midrib stripe. It blooms in the spring among the foliage and has a very erect stature allowing the foliage and blooms to stand out. This one is beautiful in the garden or in a nice sized container.

By: Tejas Tropicals

Gardening facts about Curcuma 'Panama Purple' plant

How to Grow Curcuma 'Panama Purple'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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