Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out slightly between waterings for optimal health.
Also known as Orange Bottlebrush Ginger · Orange Ginger Lily · Orange Gingerlily
Hedychium coccineum, commonly known as Hedychium coccineum, is a vibrant ginger relative known for its showy, fragrant orange-red flower spikes and lush foliage.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade, but protect from intense afternoon sun.
Regular watering
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained, fertile
50% intensity
Warm temperatures
75% intensity
Ideal temperatures are between 20-26°C during the growing season; cooler in winter.
Regular feeding during growth
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength from spring to summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic to pets and humans.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out slightly between waterings for optimal health.
Prune back spent flower stalks to encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. After the flowering season, you can cut back dead or dying foliage to the ground to prepare the plant for dormancy.
This also helps prevent disease.
Propagate Hedychium coccineum through division of rhizomes in early spring. Carefully separate sections of the rhizome, ensuring each piece has at least one growth bud.
Replant these divisions into well-draining soil to establish new plants.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes pot-bound, preferably in early spring before new growth begins. Choose a larger pot with good drainage and fresh, well-draining potting mix.
This provides space for root growth and replenishes nutrients.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Hedychium Coccineum (Hedychium coccineum)
Where Hedychium Coccineum (Hedychium coccineum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Zingiberales |
| Family | Zingiberaceae |
| Genus | Hedychium |
| Species | Hedychium coccineum |
Similar in genus Hedychium
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