Plants in genus curcuma
Curcuma alismatifolia
This plant features an upright structure with blooms that appear on a scape above the foliage. The pink blossoms emerge from late spring through fall, adding a splash of color to the garden.
Curcuma zedoaria
Curcuma zedoaria is a perennial herb native to South and Southeast Asia, known for its large, tropical-looking green leaves with a purple-red stripe. It bears yellow flowers with red and green bracts and has an edible rhizome with a mango-like fragrance. This plant is used in various cuisines and traditional medicine, thriving in tropical and subtropical wet forest regions.
Curcuma petiolata
Curcuma petiolata, also known as Pine Cone Ginger or Jewel of Thailand, is a tropical plant with large leaves and flowers resembling purple pine cones. Native to Southeast Asia, it grows 2-3 feet tall and blooms from mid to late summer. This plant is cultivated for its ornamental flowers and variegated foliage, thriving in part sun to light shade.
Curcuma longa
This plant is valued for its culinary and health benefits, cultivated for its underground rhizomes with a distinct yellow color and warm, earthy flavor. It thrives in full sun and consistently moist soil, producing large, lush green leaves and bright yellow flowers.
Curcuma longa 'Snowdrift'
Curcuma longa 'Snowdrift' is a variegated form of turmeric with tricolor leaves that are 18 inches long and 4 inches wide. The foliage features a green center with creamy white edges and light green highlights. It produces pale-pink, pine cone-like flowers in late summer and is known for its late emergence, appearing in mid-June. This plant adds a tropical touch to gardens with its striking foliage and flowers.
Curcuma 'Summer Snow'
Curcuma 'Summer Snow' is a hardy ginger known for its red stems and hidden cone-shaped flowers that appear in September. This plant emerges from dormancy in mid-June, with giant green leaves reaching up to 6 feet in height. It thrives in both sun and light shade, making it a versatile choice for gardens. Curcuma 'Summer Snow' adds a tropical touch to landscapes with its lush foliage and unique floral display.
Curcuma ornata
Curcuma ornata is a tropical plant with a striking appearance, featuring large leaves that are 28 inches long and 8 inches wide with a reddish purple stripe. It produces light pink, pine cone-like flowers in June, adding a unique touch to gardens. This plant is well-suited for those looking to add a tropical flair to their landscape.
Curcuma amada
Curcuma amada, related to turmeric, is known for its rhizomes with a raw mango flavor. It is used as a spice and vegetable in various dishes. This easy-to-grow ginger features 4-foot tall green leaves and flowers in late summer.
Curcuma 'Sulee Sunshine'
Curcuma 'Sulee Sunshine' is a hybrid from Thailand, known for its pleated green leaves and 9-inch stalks topped with 8-inch flower cones. It blooms from August through October and is suitable for warm climate gardens or as a container specimen.
Curcuma longa 'Emperor'
Curcuma longa 'Emperor' is a hardy tropical plant from Thailand, known for its pleated green leaves with a white border. It forms a 2-foot tall by 2-foot wide clump and produces pinecone-like flowers in early summer. This plant can survive temperatures as low as 0°F and emerges from dormancy in June.
Curcuma 'Pink Wonder'
Curcuma 'Pink Wonder' is a tropical plant with tall foliage resembling giant aspidistra, emerging in mid-June. It features inflorescences that are white at the base and bright pink on top, resembling pine cones. This easy-to-grow plant is well-suited for gardens alongside spring bulbs, adding a dramatic touch with its height and colorful blooms.
Curcuma 'Bicolor Wonder'
Curcuma 'Bicolor Wonder' is a hybrid plant with striking bicolor bracts and bold foliage. It grows up to 6 feet tall and features a maroon stripe down the center of its leaves. This plant is easy to grow and adapts well to different conditions.
Curcuma elata
Curcuma elata is a giant perennial native to Indochina, reaching 6 feet tall with bold-textured leaves. It is the earliest curcuma to flower, producing 2-foot tall spikes with bright pink bracts and yellow flowers in mid-June. This maintenance-free plant thrives in light shade to partial sun and is a rich nectar source for bees.
Curcuma 'Pink Plush'
Curcuma 'Pink Plush' is a Tom Wood hybrid that forms a 30-inch tall clump with long green leaves featuring a central purple stripe. It produces 1-foot tall stalks of pink, pine cone-like flowers from late August to October, adding a tropical touch to gardens.