Plant profile
Zingiber cardiocheilum
Zingiber cardiocheilum Škorničk. & Q.B.Nguyen
Zingiber cardiocheilum is a plant suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, known for its large leaves and visual appeal. It thrives in warm and humid conditions.
Open-data facts
- Life form
- Rhizomatous geophyte: the essentials are underground.
- Climate
- Originating from equatorial or rainy tropical areas.
- Origin / area
- The origin or natural area of this plant is: N. Vietnam.
Recommended products for Zingiber cardiocheilum
Basic care
- Watering
- Medium frequency; adjust for heat and pot size.
- Light
- Place in a bright spot with a curtain or beside the window.
- Temperature
- Don’t leave it outdoors in hard frosts.
- Humidity
- Avoid both very dry air and constant vapour.
Pet toxicity
Not a safe plant for animals to nibble on leaves or stems.
Cats: yes (toxic). Dogs: yes (toxic).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q81744871) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (9326589) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (77148257-1) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0001426502) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).