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    Etlingera elatior

    Also Known As

    • Nicolaia elatior
    • Phaeomeria magnifica
    • Torch Ginger
    • Wax Flower

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 12'-15'
    • W: 4'-8'

    planting zones

    • 10b-11

    Etlingera elatior plant details

    Etlingera elatior is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer pink, red and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Etlingera elatior

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: zingiberaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 12 FT - 15 FT - tall
    Flowers: pink, red and yellow blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, cutting garden, houseplant, showy, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Etlingera elatior

    USDA Zones: 10b - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Etlingera elatior plant

    How to Grow Etlingera elatior

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • red
      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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