Alpinia formosana

Pinstripe Ginger

Family: Zingiberaceae Ginger


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 7B - 9A
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color Pink, white
Bloom time Late Spring to Mid Summer
Water needs Moist to wet
Landscape uses Border, foundation, ground cover, seashore, specimen
Height 10' to 13' / 3.00m to 4.00m
Spread n/a
Growth rate Slow
Bloom attributes Flowers are rare
Leaf color Green, variegated, yellow
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage