Boesenbergia ornata is a herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Boesenbergia genus, belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. It features deciduous foliage and thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with neutral pH and even moisture. Suitable for conservatories and indoor pots, it is hardy to UK zone H1b and is best propagated by rhizome division. Boesenbergia ornata is of particular interest during the spring and summer seasons.

Boesenbergia ornata thrives in full sun, perfect for conservatories and indoor pots, blooming beautifully in spring and summer.

Boesenbergia is a genus of plants in the ginger family. It contains more than 90 species, native to China, the Indian subcontinent, and Southeast Asia.