Curcuma elata
Also Known As
- Hidden Cone Ginger
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 2'-4'
planting zones
- 7b-10b
Curcuma elata plant details
Curcuma elata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer pink and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Curcuma elata
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: zingiberaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink and yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: big leaves, showy, textural, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Curcuma elata
- USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Gardening facts about Curcuma elata plant
How to Grow Curcuma elata
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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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
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
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
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
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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