Alpinia caerulea
“Native Ginger”
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PERENNIAL HERB UP TO 2 METRES TALLErect stems with large light green leaves, white flowers in Summer followed by bright blue edible fruit. Attracts birds. Young rhizome tips, buds & roots eaten raw taste like ginger are bush tucker. Nice pool side or indoor plant.
| Suitability | |
|---|---|
| Category | Herbs/Lilies |
| Family | Zingiberaceae |
| Aspect | Full Shade / Filtered Sun |
| Soil | Adaptable |
| Habitat | Sub-Tropical Rainforest |
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