Alpinia nutans. This highly desirable plant has often been mistaken for cardamom. It is sometimes referred to as "False cardamom." Exquisitely fragrant and extraordinarily handsome foliage. Orchid-like flowers. Can be used in cooking.
Alpinia nutans. This highly desirable plant has often been mistaken for cardamom. It is sometimes referred to as "False cardamom." Exquisitely fragrant and extraordinarily handsome foliage. Orchid-like flowers. Can be used in cooking. Stems are used in stir fry.
Unusually easy to grow and free of most pests. Forgiving as to soil conditions but ideally prefers generally moist soils. Shade to part sun. Zones 8, 9, 10, 11. Will suffer from freeze damage when not protected but readily returns from roots.
Manufacturer: Grown in USA
SKU: ALPNUt