Alpinia zerumbet Variegata

Variegated Shell Ginger

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A stunning tropical ginger with creamy white and green striped leaves. Produces fragrant funnel-shaped flowers in late summer. Prefers humid, warm indoor conditions.
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Plant Details

Common Name Variegated Shell Ginger
Family Zingiberaceae
Genus Alpinia
Species Zerumbet
Variety Variegata
Origin China / Japan
Blooming Late summer to autumn, white flowers with red lips
Leaf Color Green and creamy yellow variegation
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, peat-based potting mix with perlite for drainage

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growing season; reduce watering in winter. High humidity required.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light to maintain variegation; protect from harsh direct sun which causes scorching

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Fertilization

Apply diluted balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from April to September

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Pruning

Remove dead or damaged leaves and cut flower stalks after blooming

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
45% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 8000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2 – 15
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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