Red Ginger, Ostrich Plume ginger or Pink Cone ginger Native Region/Environment: Hybrid originating in

Native Region/Environment: Hybrid originating in Asia

heart shaped leaves that can be trained to climb

sunny location

Some refer to them as Ep

Red Ginger, Ostrich Plume ginger or Pink Cone ginger Native Region/Environment: Hybrid originating inBotanical Name: Alpinia purpurata Native Region Environment: Malaysia Sun Light: Full sun in cooler climates. Part shade to part sun as growing conditions increase in temperature and dryness. Temperature: Indoor houseplant in warm, sunny location; Outdoor in USDA Hardiness Zones 8b 12, possibly cooler with over winter protection. Water: Relatively constant moisture. May require irrigation in hotter dryer conditions. Soil: Organically rich and porous