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Zingiber zerumbet, commonly known as Shampoo Ginger, is a beautiful tropical plant that grows well as an understory planting in food forests and tropical gardens, or as an attractive potted specimen.
During summer, the plant produces a basal green cone with creamy white flowers emerging from the cone. As the bloom matures, the cone gradually turns a vibrant red, creating a striking ornamental feature.
The plant is widely known as Shampoo Ginger because the cone contains a fragrant milky liquid that has traditionally been used in many South East Asian cultures as a natural shampoo and hair conditioner.
The rhizomes (roots) are also valued in traditional herbal medicine and are often ground and used for a variety of ailments.
This plant is deciduous and will naturally die back during cooler months before regrowing in the warmer season.
Grows 1.5–2 m tall
Excellent tropical understory plant
Attractive ornamental flower cones
Prefers tropical or subtropical climates, or warm protected areas in temperate climates
Part shade position
Well-drained fertile soil
Awapuhi, Bitter Ginger, Shampoo Ginger, Pinecone Ginger, Aromatic Ginger
All items are posted every Monday via Australia Post Express Post.
If Monday falls on a public holiday, orders will be sent Tuesday or the following Monday depending on the destination.
We aim to deliver healthy and happy plants ready to grow.
Deciduous in Winter
This plant is still dormant. You will receive a rhizome
When posted the plant will be sent bare-rooted wrapped in slightly damp newspaper.
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