Ginger - Curcuma "Siam Shadow Pink"

Plant name: Ginger – Curcuma ‘Siam Shadow Pink’

Scientific name: Curcuma alismatifolia ‘Siam Shadow Pink’

Plant description:
Curcuma ‘Siam Shadow Pink’ is a compact ornamental ginger grown for its upright pink bracts and lush tropical foliage. This rhizomatous perennial emerges in warm weather, forming tidy clumps of broad leaves topped with vibrant flower spikes. Its controlled size and structured habit make it well suited for decorative containers, shaded borders, and layered tropical plantings.

Flower description:
This cultivar produces upright flower spikes composed of layered pink bracts with soft green undertones near the base. The true flowers are small and tubular, tucked between the bracts. Blooming typically begins in late spring and continues through summer under favorable growing conditions. The sturdy stems and long-lasting color make it suitable for cut arrangements.

Leaf description:
Leaves are broad, lance-shaped, and medium green with a smooth texture and prominent central vein. The foliage forms a dense clump that supports the upright flower stems and provides a rich green backdrop for the pink bracts.

Deciduous or evergreen:
Herbaceous perennial that goes dormant in cooler temperatures and regrows from rhizomes when consistent warmth returns.

USDA grow zones:
USDA Zones 8–11 outdoors; grown as a seasonal container plant or overwintered indoors in colder climates.

Mature height and width:
Typically reaches 18–30 inches tall and 12–18 inches wide, forming compact upright clumps.

Landscape uses:
Ideal for patio containers, shaded garden beds, tropical borders, and accent plantings. Its upright bloom spikes provide vertical interest among lower foliage plants. Also used as a cut flower due to its long-lasting bracts.

Native range:
Curcuma alismatifolia is native to Southeast Asia; ‘Siam Shadow Pink’ is a cultivated ornamental selection.

Sun exposure:
Performs best in partial sun to bright filtered light. Protection from intense midday sun helps preserve foliage quality and bract color. Adequate light promotes sturdy stems and reliable flowering.

Water requirements:
Requires consistently moist, well-drained soil during active growth and flowering. Avoid saturated conditions that can cause rhizome rot. Watering can be reduced once the plant enters dormancy.

Pests and problems:
Generally low maintenance. Occasional aphids or spider mites may appear. Poor drainage increases the risk of rhizome rot. Good airflow and balanced moisture support plant health.

Heat and sun tolerance: Cold tolerance:
Handles warm temperatures well when soil moisture is steady. Sensitive to frost; foliage declines in cold conditions and rhizomes require protection from freezing temperatures.

Growing tips:
Plant in rich, organic soil that drains well while retaining consistent moisture. Apply balanced fertilizer during the growing season to encourage strong bloom production. Allow foliage to naturally yellow and decline at season’s end to support rhizome health. Growing in containers allows easier movement to protected areas in cooler climates. Position where the upright pink bracts can serve as a structured focal point in mixed plantings.

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Florida: Castanea spp., Cornus spp., Quercus spp., Cornus mas 

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Indiana: Fragraria spp., Rosa spp. 

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Michigan: Abies spp., Vaccinium spp.

Montana: Pinus spp.

Nevada: Allium spp.

Mentha spp. 

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Texas: Juglans spp. 

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