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Globba clarkei

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 1-12

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Globba clarkei plant details

Globba clarkei is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with dappled shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Globba clarkei

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Globba clarkei

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: dappled shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Globba clarkei is a species from northern Thailand into Nepal. It has pretty little yellow flowers thinly clustered on its stems. Due to its habitat it is very cold hardy. I have not seen this Globba offered in the US. These are small seedlings.

By: Tejas Tropicals

Gardening facts about Globba clarkei plant

How to Grow Globba clarkei

  • Sun Exposure

    • dappled shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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