Red Torch Ginger I

My Neighbourhood VII
Originally uploaded by Food Trails.

Etlingera Elatior (Red Torch Ginger): Patches of these flowers were grown for landscaping in my neighbourhood. We do notice inflorescences sprout from the ground, but rarely do we see them in full blooms. That sets me wondering: Have some inconsiderate people cut them away for their own purposes?

Sold as rhizome(Root section). Its inflorescence comes out of the ground instead of the terminal spike, thus making it easier to cut as a cut flower. The bracts are cherry red with yellow edges. As the bract opens up the lower bract leaves turn down revealing a cone shaped torch. An exceptional ginger for the garden or greenhouse, give it plenty of room to grow. Height 12' to 17'. Needs a warm climate of greenhouse. Very exotic!

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