Overview
Alpinia romburghiana is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Alpinia, part of the Zingiberaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Alpinia romburghiana grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include patio and container plants and flower borders and beds.
About
Alpinia romburghiana is a clump-forming cultivar of the Alpinia genus, which comprises evergreen perennials with ginger-scented rhizomes and slender stems that can grow up to 3 metres tall. This particular cultivar is deciduous and thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for patio and container planting as well as flower borders and beds, it requires watering during establishment and can be propagated by division in spring. It is hardy to UK zone H1c and is of interest during the winter season.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Alpinia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Alpinia romburghiana size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Alpinia romburghiana
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Alpinia romburghiana?
Alpinia romburghiana prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Alpinia romburghiana need?
Alpinia romburghiana grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Alpinia romburghiana hardy in the UK?
Alpinia romburghiana has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Alpinia romburghiana?
Division in spring.
More in the Alpinia genus
- Alpinia caerulea
- Alpinia hainanensis
- Alpinia racemigera
- Alpinia zerumbetIndian shell flower
- Alpinia densespicata