Etlingera coccinea

Etlingera coccinea is a monocotyledonous plant species that was first described by Carl Ludwig von Blume, and got its current name from S. Sakai and Hidetoshi Nagamasu. Etlingera coccinea is part of the genus Etlingera and the family Zingiberaceae. No subspecies are listed in the Catalog of Life.

Scientific classification

Species

Etlingera coccinea (Etlingera coccinea)

Gingers, bananas, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

4.5 m

Plant Height

Green

Leaf Color

10 cm to 15 cm

Flower Size

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Etlingera coccinea

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Etlingera coccinea features vibrant tropical flowers and lush leaves. Prune in early to late spring, removing dead canes and spent flowers to foster growth. Thinning overcrowded areas improves air circulation. Use clean, sharp tools for effective pruning and to prevent infection.

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