{"product_id":"alpinia-purpurata-variegated-5-pot","title":"Alpinia Purpurata Variegated - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlpinia purpurata, commonly called Red Ginger, is an evergreen tropical perennial in the ginger family that forms dense clumps of upright, cane-like stems clothed in glossy lance-shaped leaves. Its showy colour comes not from petals but from waxy, long-lasting bracts arranged in a cone-shaped spike, in vivid red or soft pink, with small white true flowers peeking out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India it thrives in the humid coastal belts and warm interiors of Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, the Northeast and similar zones, where it is widely planted in gardens, along boundaries and in resorts. The cut spikes are popular in the florist trade because they hold their colour for one to three weeks in a vase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt needs warmth, moisture and protection from frost, spreading steadily by underground rhizomes to form lush, tropical-looking stands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZingiberaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMalaysia and the Pacific Islands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8-3 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.9-1.5 m clump, spreading by rhizomes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast in warm, humid conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, glossy lance-shaped green leaves on cane-like stems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed or pink bracts with small white true flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMainly monsoon to autumn; nearly year-round in warm humid zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical and warm subtropical (USDA 9b-11)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartial shade to filtered sun; tolerates full sun in humid coastal areas with ample moisture, but leaves scorch in hot dry sun.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep soil consistently moist; water regularly, especially in summer. Avoid waterlogging and let no drying out in heat.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, well-draining, organic loam with plenty of compost; slightly acidic to neutral pH. Mulch to retain moisture.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrives at 22-32 C; growth slows below 15 C and it is damaged by frost and cold winds.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoves high humidity (60% and above); ideal for monsoon and coastal climates.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed monthly in the growing season with a balanced fertilizer or compost; supplement with potassium for stronger flowering.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut spent flower stems at the base after blooming; remove old or damaged canes to encourage fresh growth and air flow.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot or divide congested clumps every 2-3 years, ideally at the start of the warm\/monsoon season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBy rhizome division, or by planting the plantlets (keikis) that form on aging flower spikes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally hardy; watch for spider mites and scale in dry conditions, and root rot in waterlogged soil.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally regarded as non-toxic to humans and pets; not listed as poisonous.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Bold ornamental clumps for tropical-style gardens, borders and screening\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Long-lasting cut flowers for vases and floral arrangements\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Landscaping for resorts, courtyards and shaded garden corners\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Mass planting along fences and water features in humid regions\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Plant rhizomes at the onset of the monsoon (June-July) when warmth and humidity favour fast establishment.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In hot, dry interiors of India, site it in partial shade and mulch heavily to conserve moisture; mist or grow near water in summer.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In North India, protect clumps from winter cold and frost by mulching the base or moving potted plants to a sheltered spot.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Divide overgrown clumps after a few years to keep flowering vigorous.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Red Ginger grow well across India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt thrives in warm, humid regions like Kerala, coastal Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and the Northeast. In dry or cold-winter areas it needs partial shade, extra moisture and frost protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my Red Ginger not flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually due to too little warmth, low humidity, deep shade or a young\/overcrowded clump. Give it bright filtered light, steady moisture, monthly feeding and divide congested clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate Red Ginger?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDivide the rhizome clump during the warm monsoon season, or plant the small plantlets (keikis) that develop on the aging flower spikes once they have roots.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256050057462,"sku":"PLT-ALPINIAPURPU-P05-VAR","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/DXxTgg7cyLKKHaQrb4nLUp836k3uaqUrlaNxdCv2.jpg?v=1783920161","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/alpinia-purpurata-variegated-5-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}