Spiked Spiralflag Ginger Flower
NameSpiked Spiralflag Ginger Flower
Species NameCostus spicatus
Common NameSpiked Spiralflag Ginger
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)2
Container Typeunknown
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem
Foliage Typebroadleaf
Height (cm)150
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynone
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesVibrant red and yellow speckled labellum; prominent green, cone-like bracts; herbaceous growth habit.
Description
This close-up image displays a vibrant flower from a Spiked Spiralflag Ginger plant (*Costus spicatus*). It features a striking red and yellow speckled labellum emerging from tightly packed green bracts, characteristic of the Costaceae family. This herbaceous plant is not typically cultivated as a bonsai.
