Costus vargasii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maas & H.Maas
Source:
wcs
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 46(3): 311. 1990
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363710
Common Names
- Vargas' Costus
- Costus vargasii
- Costus vargasii var. vargasii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Costus vargasii (also called Vargas' Spiral Ginger, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Central and South America. It grows in wet, tropical habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with spirally arranged leaves. The flowers are yellow or orange, and the fruits are capsules.
Uses & Benefits
Costus vargasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Costus vargasii is a bright yellow-orange color with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves and a white stem.
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Costus vargasii can be propagated by division or cuttings. For division, carefully dig up the plant and divide it into several sections, making sure each section has a healthy root system. Replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. For cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and plant in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Costus vargasii
Costus vargasii can be found in tropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Costus vargasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Costus vargasii?
Costus vargasii
What type of plant is Costus vargasii?
Herb
Where is Costus vargasii found?
South America
Species in the Costus genus
Costus acanthocephalus, Costus acreanus, Costus adolphi-friderici, Costus afer, Costus allenii, Costus amazonicus, Costus arabicus, Costus asplundii, Costus asteranthus, Costus barbatus, Costus beckii, Costus bicolor, Costus bracteatus, Costus chartaceus, Costus chrysocephalus, Costus claviger, Costus clemensae, Costus comosus, Costus cordatus, Costus cupreifolius, Costus curvibracteatus, Costus dendrophilus, Costus dinklagei, Costus dirzoi, Costus dubius, Costus erythrocoryne, Costus erythrophyllus, Costus erythrothyrsus, Costus fortalezae, Costus gabonensis, Costus geothyrsus, Costus giganteus, Costus glaucus, Costus guanaiensis, Costus juruanus, Costus laevis, Costus lasius, Costus lateriflorus, Costus ledermannii, Costus leucanthus, Costus ligularis, Costus lima, Costus longibracteolatus, Costus lucanusianus, Costus maboumiensis, Costus macranthus, Costus malortieanus, Costus microcephalus, Costus montanus, Costus mosaicus,
Species in the Costaceae family
Chamaecostus congestiflorus, Chamaecostus curcumoides, Chamaecostus cuspidatus, Chamaecostus fragilis, Chamaecostus fusiformis, Chamaecostus lanceolatus, Chamaecostus subsessilis, Chamaecostus acaulis, Costus acanthocephalus, Costus acreanus, Costus adolphi-friderici, Costus afer, Costus allenii, Costus amazonicus, Costus arabicus, Costus asplundii, Costus asteranthus, Costus barbatus, Costus beckii, Costus bicolor, Costus bracteatus, Costus chartaceus, Costus chrysocephalus, Costus claviger, Costus clemensae, Costus comosus, Costus cordatus, Costus cupreifolius, Costus curvibracteatus, Costus dendrophilus, Costus dinklagei, Costus dirzoi, Costus dubius, Costus erythrocoryne, Costus erythrophyllus, Costus erythrothyrsus, Costus fortalezae, Costus gabonensis, Costus geothyrsus, Costus giganteus, Costus glaucus, Costus guanaiensis, Costus juruanus, Costus laevis, Costus lasius, Costus lateriflorus, Costus ledermannii, Costus leucanthus, Costus ligularis, Costus lima,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-234810: Based on the initial data import
Hiltje Maas-van de Kamer (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Maas' in the authors string.
Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.