Costus scaber is a species of plant in the family Costaceae. Its native range is Mexico to Tropical America. In Costa Rica, Costus scaber is grown in homegardens and used to treat multiple medical conditions. In Trinidad, it is used as an ingredient in treating dogs for snakebite. Grow it in full sun and loam soil. In UK gardens it needs tropical warmth and glass protection in the UK (RHS H1a). It works well for conservatory and greenhouse. It tolerates neutral soils, moist but well-drained conditions and south-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Costus scaber, a member of the Costaceae family, is a rhizomatous perennial known for its spirally arranged leaves. This species features tubular flowers with three petals that are commonly grouped at the tips of leafy stems, often enhanced by striking bracts.

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Costus scaber

Costus speciosus (crepe ginger) is a clump-forming evergreen perennial from the genus Costus, known for its spirally arranged foliage and tubular flowers with three petals. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for conservatories and greenhouses in the UK due to its H1a hardiness, it is best planted in well-drained soil and requires watering during establishment. Interest is mainly in spring and summer, with propagation possible by seed or division in spring.

Costus speciosus (crepe ginger) is an evergreen perennial with spiralled foliage and tubular flowers, ideal for conservatories in full sun during spring and

Costus speciosus

Costus spectabilis, commonly known as the yellow trumpet, or yellow bell, is an African species of herb; low and perennial, it is found from Sierra Leone to Sudan to as far south as Angola and Zimbabwe. Field observations — Completely leafless flowering specimens have been collected in May – June and October – De- cember. In the garden it prefers full sun and loam soil. In UK gardens it needs tropical warmth and glass protection in the UK (RHS H1a). Suggested uses include conservatory and greenhouse. It tolerates neutral soils, moist but well-drained conditions and south-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Costus spectabilis, a member of the Costaceae family, showcases the defining traits of its genus with its spirally arranged leaves and distinctive, tubular flowers. This species is known for its clustered blooms, which feature three petals and are often surrounded by striking bracts, creating a vibrant focal point in any setting.

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Costus spectabilis

Costus tappenbeckianus is a clump-forming evergreen cultivar of the Costus genus, known for its rhizomatous perennial habit and spirally arranged foliage. It produces tubular flowers with three petals, typically clustered at the ends of leafy stems, often accompanied by prominent bracts. This cultivar thrives in full sun within a sheltered, south-facing conservatory or greenhouse environment. It prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and requires watering during establishment. Propagation is achieved by seed or division in spring, with interest in both spring and summer seasons.

Costus tappenbeckianus is an evergreen rhizomatous perennial with spirally arranged foliage and tubular flowers, ideal for conservatories and greenhouses in

Costus tappenbeckianus

Tapeinochilos is a group of plants in the Costaceae described as a genus in 1869. It is native to Queensland, Papuasia, and the Indonesian Province of Maluku.

Tapeinochilos thrives in partial shade, ideal for conservatories and greenhouses, blooming beautifully in spring and summer with RHS hardiness H1b.

Tapeinochilos

Tapeinochilos ananassae, commonly known as pineapple ginger, is an evergreen climbing plant from the Costaceae family. It thrives in partial shade with a south-facing, sheltered aspect, favouring fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. This cultivar is best suited for cultivation in conservatories or greenhouses in the UK, where it can be propagated by stem cuttings in spring. Its season of interest spans spring and summer, making it an attractive choice for indoor or protected garden environments.

Pineapple ginger (Tapeinochilos ananassae) thrives in partial shade, ideal for conservatories and greenhouses, flowering in spring and summer.