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PHP-ALPINIA ZURUMBET

₹150.00

Alpinia zurumbet, commonly known as Shell Ginger, is a striking tropical plant famed for its large, arching green leaves and unique shell-like flowers that resemble sea shells. This fast-growing plant is an attractive addition to indoor spaces, patios, and shaded gardens. Its foliage is fragrant when crushed, and it makes an excellent accent or screening plant.

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PHP-ALPINIA ZURUMBET

₹150.00

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CATEGORY – Potted House Plant

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 10 to 14 inches
3.Watering – When the top inch of soil is dry
4.Sunlight – Bright indirect sunlight to partial shade

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Easy
2.Full Plant Height – 4 to 6 feet
3.Leaves Color – Glossy green, long and lance-shaped
4.Flowers – Pink and white shell-shaped flowers with yellow throats
5.Type – Indoor/outdoor ornamental foliage and flowering plant
6.Feed – Balanced organic fertilizer every 6 weeks
7.Watering – Keep soil moist but not soggy
8.Soil – Rich, well-draining loamy soil
9.Sunlight – Prefers bright, filtered sunlight
10.Suitable Temperature – 20°C to 32°C (68°F to 90°F)

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Choose a semi-shaded location with fertile, well-drained soil.
2.Dig a hole slightly larger than the net pot.
3.Insert the sapling with the net pot directly into the hole.
4.Cover with soil and gently firm down.
5.Water generously after planting and keep soil consistently moist.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Alpinia zerumbet
2.Common names: Shell Ginger, Pink Porcelain Lily, Butterfly Ginger
3.Hindi: शंख अदरक (Shankh Adrak)
4.Tamil: சிப்பி இஞ்சி (Sippi Inji)
5.Telugu: షెల్ అల్లం (Shell Allam)
6.Kannada: ಶೆಲ್ ಶುಂಠಿ (Shell Shunti)
7.Marathi: शंख आले (Shankh Ale)
8.Malayalam: ഷെൽ ഇഞ്ചി (Shell Inji)