Alpinia purpurata 'Tahitian Red'

Also Known As

Tahitian Red Ginger
Tahitian Red Ostrich Plume

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6'-7'
W: 2'-6'

planting zones

10b-12

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Alpinia purpurata 'Tahitian Red' plant details

Alpinia purpurata 'Tahitian Red' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green and red foliage. In summer burgundy flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Alpinia purpurata 'Tahitian Red'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: zingiberaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, edible, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alpinia purpurata 'Tahitian Red'

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The Tahitian Red Ginger, also called the Ostrich Plume, is originally from Malaya but can be found growing throughout the tropical Pacific region. Each flower is actually a clump of red spikes that grow out of the end of a long, leafy green stalk. On a mature plant the stalks can reach up to 15 feet tall, but most plants are around 6 to 7 feet in height. Unlike most other flowers, the Red Ginger reproduces by new plants growing in the middle the old flowers. The new plants can be removed and planted for a fresh crop of Red Ginger.

By: Florida Hill Nursery

Gardening facts about Alpinia purpurata 'Tahitian Red' plant

How to Grow Alpinia purpurata 'Tahitian Red'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant