Curcuma Siam Sparkling

Siam Sparkling Ginger

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Tropical rhizomatous plant celebrated for vibrant variegated leaves with pink, white, and green stripes. Requires warm temperatures.
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Plant Details

Common Name Siam Sparkling Ginger
Family Zingiberaceae
Genus Curcuma
Species Curcuma Alismatifolia
Variety Siam Sparkling
Origin Thailand
Blooming Rarely flowers indoors; produces pinkish-white bracts in summer if conditions are perfect.
Leaf Color Green with white and pink variegation
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining potting mix with peat and perlite or coco coir for aeration.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth season, reduce watering significantly when dormant in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; avoid scorching direct sun which burns variegated leaves.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth (Spring-Summer).

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Pruning

Remove dead or yellow foliage promptly; divide rhizomes after dormancy to propagate.

Pest Control Aphid Fungus Gnat Mealybug 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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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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