Native Ginger

Alpinia caerulea, Zingiberaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Creek Sandpaper FigFicus coronata

Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation

Central Australian Cabbage PalmLivistona mariae

Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation

Narrow-leaved Palm LilyCordyline stricta

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Flame TreeBrachychiton acerifolius

Shade ProvisionWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Dwarf MacadamiaMacadamia hildebrandii

Macadamia canopy shades out understory ginger requiring filtered light

Uses

Functions

Rainforest UnderstoryErosion ControlWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

FruitRhizome

Medicinal Uses

DigestiveAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Native Ginger grow in?

Native Ginger grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Native Ginger?

Good companions for Native Ginger include Creek Sandpaper Fig, Central Australian Cabbage Palm, Narrow-leaved Palm Lily, Flame Tree.

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