Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
1413894

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lodd. ex Steud.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. bot. Ed. 2 843

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426359



Common Names

  • Kaempferia lanceolata
  • Lanceolata Kaempferia
  • Kaempferia


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Description

Kaempferia lanceolata (also called 'Lance-leaved Kaempferia', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Kaempferia lanceolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Kaempferia lanceolata are yellow in colour and have a sweet, fragrant scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kaempferia lanceolata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in the spring or early summer. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in the spring or early summer in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize monthly.

Where to Find Kaempferia lanceolata

Kaempferia lanceolata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Thailand.

Kaempferia lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kaempferia lanceolata?

Kaempferia lanceolata

What are the common names of Kaempferia lanceolata?

Lanceolate Kaempferia

Where does Kaempferia lanceolata grow?

It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal

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

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Conrad Loddiges (1738-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lodd.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0001426359: Based on the initial data import