Plants in genus hedychium
Hedychium coronarium
Hedychium coronarium, also known as butterfly ginger, is a perennial flowering plant in the ginger family, native to the forest understory of Asia. It is celebrated for its heavily scented white flowers with yellow bases, which bloom from late summer until frost. This plant is cultivated for its ornamental beauty and aromatic oil, and it has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. In warmer climates, it remains evergreen, while in regions with mild winters, it is deciduous. It prefers slightly moist, well-drained soils and is known for its honeysuckle-like fragrance. However, it can be invasive in certain regions outside its native range.
Hedychium thyrsiforme
Hedychium thyrsiforme is a compact plant from the Eastern Himalayas, reaching 4 feet in height. It features terminal clusters of narrow white petals with long filaments, blooming in late summer. This plant prefers light shade or early morning sun and is known for its fragrant flowers, making it a delightful addition to any garden.
Hedychium flavescens
Hedychium flavescens, a perennial flowering plant native to the Himalayas and surrounding regions, is known for its tall, 6-foot stalks and clusters of creamy yellow flowers with a lemony fragrance. This shade-tolerant plant thrives in a variety of soils and can regrow from rhizome fragments, although it is considered invasive in some areas like New Zealand. Its large flower heads bloom in early October, adding a late-season burst of color and scent to gardens. Despite its invasive potential, it is appreciated for its ornamental value and ability to attract pollinators.
Hedychium greenii
Hedychium greenii is a striking plant native to Bhutan and Arunachal Pradesh, India, featuring dark olive green leaves with red undersides and vibrant orange-red flowers. Blooming from mid-July until fall, this plant reproduces by plantlets on old flower stalks. It is known for its hardiness, having survived winter temperatures as low as 9 degrees Fahrenheit. Its unique foliage and flowers make it a captivating choice for gardeners seeking a tropical look.
Hedychium coccineum
Hedychium coccineum, commonly known as the hardy ginger lily, is a striking herbaceous perennial native to southern China and the Himalayas. It thrives in partial to full sun and is known for its vibrant flower spikes that can reach 18 inches tall, displaying a range of colors from red to orange to yellow. This plant blooms from late summer through early fall, adding a splash of color to garden edges and mountain grasslands. Its dark peachy orange flowers with a darker center are particularly eye-catching.
Hedychium gracile
Hedychium gracile is a rare dwarf species from India, notable for its tiny star-like white flowers with orange-red stigmas that bloom in late summer. This plant is well-suited for small gardens and can thrive in sun to part sun conditions. It is also resistant to rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners.
Hedychium 'Tai Golden Goddess'
Hedychium 'Tai Golden Goddess' is a tropical-looking plant with 6-foot tall stalks and sweetly fragrant, golden-orange flowers that bloom in late summer. This plant is known for attracting hummingbirds and is suitable for sunlit garden areas. Its vibrant flowers and towering presence make it a standout in any landscape.
Hedychium 'Four Way'
Hedychium 'Four Way' is a compact hybrid ginger plant reaching 48 inches tall, known for its large, fragrant flowers in light peachy pink with a darker orange throat. It thrives in sun to part sun and is rabbit resistant, making it a striking addition to gardens.
Hedychium 'Tai Sunlight'
Hedychium 'Tai Sunlight' is a hybrid plant that grows up to 5 feet tall, with fragrant light yellow flowers blooming from mid-July until frost. It is known for its large 10-inch flower heads.
Hedychium 'Tai Savannah'
Hedychium 'Tai Savannah' is a tropical-looking plant known for its tall stems and large green leaves. In midsummer, it produces 12-inch tall inflorescences with over 100 fragrant, creamy-white flowers featuring a darker yellow central pattern and contrasting yellow-orange stamens. This plant attracts hummingbirds and is resistant to rabbits, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. 'Tai Savannah' thrives in sunny locations and can tolerate a range of soil conditions, adding a touch of the tropics to any landscape.
Hedychium 'Vanilla Ice'
Hedychium 'Vanilla Ice' is a fragrant plant with peachy-pink flowers that bloom in late summer. This selection from Hedychium 'Dr. Moy' is notable for its white-flecked foliage, which rarely exceeds 4 feet in height. It attracts hummingbirds and is suitable for gardens seeking a tropical look. The plant prefers sunny spots and can tolerate some shade. Its fragrant flowers and foliage make it a delightful addition to any garden, providing both visual and olfactory appeal.
Hedychium forrestii
Hedychium forrestii is a ginger lily with large, glossy leaves and fragrant white flowers that bloom in late summer. It is known for its strong, sweet fragrance and is often used in gardens for its ornamental appeal.
Hedychium densiflorum 'Stephen'
Hedychium densiflorum 'Stephen' is a perennial plant discovered in the Dudh Kosi Valley, Nepal, at an elevation of 9,000 feet. It grows up to 3 feet tall and features narrow foliage with slender flower heads of fragrant, butterscotch-yellow flowers. This plant blooms from late July to late September and is a delightful addition to gardens, attracting insects with its fragrance.
Hedychium 'Pradhanii'
Hedychium 'Pradhanii' is a striking plant with dozens of 7-foot tall stalks and large spikes of light peach-colored flowers. The flowers have a peach-colored throat that changes to yellow near the petal ends and emit a light honeysuckle fragrance. Blooming from late summer until frost, this plant adds a tropical touch to gardens. It is appreciated for its height and ability to attract pollinators, making it a standout choice for landscapes.
Hedychium densiflorum 'Assam Orange'
Hedychium densiflorum 'Assam Orange' is a ginger plant with a rich history, collected at high elevations in Assam, India. It forms a 3-foot clump topped with short spikes of tiny flowers in mid to late summer. Awarded the RHS Award of Garden Merit, this plant is a standout for its vibrant orange blooms and ability to attract pollinators.
Hedychium 'Elizabeth'
Hedychium 'Elizabeth' is a towering ginger lily known for its impressive 9-foot tall stalks and clusters of giant, brilliant reddish-orange flowers. The blooms emit a honeysuckle-like fragrance in the late afternoon, attracting pollinators such as hummingbirds. This plant thrives in full sun to part sun and is well-suited for tropical-looking gardens. 'Elizabeth' is a standout choice for adding height and vibrant color to garden landscapes.
Hedychium 'Kinkaku'
Hedychium 'Kinkaku' is a hardy ginger lily with tall spikes of pointed green leaves and peachy salmon flowers. Its fragrance is strongest in the late afternoon, making it a delightful addition to sunny garden areas.
Hedychium 'Dr Moy'
Hedychium 'Dr Moy' is a hybrid plant with 4-foot tall stalks and leaves speckled with white dots. It produces fragrant, peachy-orange flowers with darker orange throats in September. This plant attracts hummingbirds and is suitable for tropical-looking gardens.
Hedychium 'Moy Giant'
Hedychium 'Moy Giant' is a hybrid ginger lily that forms lush, 7-foot tall clumps with large, fragrant light yellow flowers. Blooming in fall, this plant adds a tropical feel to gardens and is known for attracting hummingbirds and other pollinators.
Hedychium 'Gold Flame'
Hedychium 'Gold Flame' is a hybrid known for its fragrant golden flowers with a golden orange throat, blooming from late July until frost. This vigorous grower thrives in sun to part sun and is rabbit resistant, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Hedychium 'Golden Butterfly'
Hedychium 'Golden Butterfly' is a hybrid plant with 6-foot tall stalks topped with fragrant orange-yellow flowers and bright red stamens in late summer. It is a striking addition to gardens, attracting attention with its vibrant blooms.
Hedychium 'Anne Bishop'
Hedychium 'Anne Bishop' is a Hawaiian hybrid with 5-foot tall stalks and huge tropical-looking leaves. It features giant floral panicles ranging in color from rich golden orange to lighter golden yellow, with an intensely sweet fragrance. This plant is ideal for attracting hummingbirds and thrives in sun to part sun.
Hedychium 'Lemon Beauty'
Hedychium 'Lemon Beauty' is a clump-forming plant with 4-5 foot tall stalks that bloom in late summer and early fall. It features very fragrant soft yellow flowers with orange throats and stamens, adding a delightful scent and color to gardens.
Hedychium 'Pink Flame'
Hedychium 'Pink Flame' is a compact ginger plant with clusters of peachy flowers featuring a dark orange throat. The flowers are extremely fragrant, adding a delightful scent to gardens.
Hedychium 'Raffillii'
Hedychium 'Raffillii' is a ginger plant known for its giant 18-inch flower heads of fragrant, brilliant orange flowers. It grows 5-6 feet tall and was awarded the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit in 1941. This plant is the earliest ginger to flower, starting in early- to mid-July.
Hedychium 'Palani'
Hedychium 'Palani' is a Hawaiian hybrid known for its towering 8-foot tall stalks and fragrant bright orange flowers that bloom from summer to fall. This imposing plant is not suitable for small gardens but makes a striking addition to larger landscapes. It thrives in full sun and attracts hummingbirds and other pollinators.
Hedychium 'Tai Pink Profusion'
Hedychium 'Tai Pink Profusion' is a perennial plant that forms a 4 to 5-foot tall clump with compact, peachy-pink flowers in late summer. It is known for its rabbit resistance and thrives in sunny to partially sunny conditions.
Hedychium deceptum
Hedychium deceptum is a little-known ginger plant from the Meghalaya and Naga Hills of India, notable for its bright vermillion orange flowers similar to those of Hedychium greenii. This plant forms stout clumps of dark green, corn-like foliage that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It blooms from early August through October, making it a striking addition to gardens during the late summer and fall. The plant is suitable for sun to part sun conditions and is known to attract hummingbirds and other pollinators. It is also recognized for its ornamental and medicinal properties.
Hedychium coccineum 'Disney'
Hedychium coccineum 'Disney' is a tall plant with glaucous foliage and reddish undersides, reaching up to 7 feet in height. It produces brilliant, orange-red, fragrant flowers that bloom simultaneously, making a striking display. This plant remains erect in part sun and is rabbit resistant.
Hedychium 'Lightning Rod'
Hedychium 'Lightning Rod' is a tall plant with butterscotch yellow streaks on its leaves and a deep red underside. It produces fragrant pale peach flowers with dark peach stigmas from early September until frost.