Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
evansii
ID:
452338

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blatt.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Asiat. Soc. Bengal 26:359. (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451670



Common Names

  • Kaempferia Evansii
  • Evansii Kaempferia
  • Evansii Kaempferia


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Description

Kaempferia evansii (also called Evans' Kaempferia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Zingiberaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, and is a small herbaceous plant that grows in forests and woodlands. It has white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Kaempferia evansii is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kaempferia evansii has white flowers with yellow centers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kaempferia evansii is a tropical perennial plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Kaempferia evansii

Kaempferia evansii is found in tropical rainforests in South East Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Kaempferia evansii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kaempferia evansii?

Kaempferia evansii

What is the common name of Kaempferia evansii?

Evans' Ginger

What is the natural habitat of Kaempferia evansii?

Tropical forest understories

Species in the Kaempferia genus

Kaempferia cuneata, Kaempferia diversifolia, Kaempferia evansii, Kaempferia fallax, Kaempferia hainanensis, Kaempferia harmandiana, Kaempferia laotica, Kaempferia larsenii, Kaempferia marginata, Kaempferia minor, Kaempferia ovalifolia, Kaempferia parishii, Kaempferia parviflora, Kaempferia philippinensis, Kaempferia procumbens, Kaempferia pulchra, Kaempferia purpurea, Kaempferia roscoeana, Kaempferia rotunda, Kaempferia siamensis, Kaempferia speciosa, Kaempferia spoliata, Kaempferia stenopetala, Kaempferia undulata, Kaempferia undulata, Kaempferia chayanii, Kaempferia lopburiensis, Kaempferia sawanensis, Kaempferia saraburiensis, Kaempferia koratensis, Kaempferia picheansoonthonii, Kaempferia koontermii, Kaempferia fournieri, Kaempferia lanceolata, Kaempferia plantaginea, Kaempferia rotunda, Kaempferia Stachyanthesis, Kaempferia Kaempferia, Kaempferia Protanthium,

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

Ethelbert Blatter (1877-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blatt.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000451670: Based on the initial data import