Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
marginata
ID:
452569

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carey ex Roscoe

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Monandr. pl. Scitam. t.93

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451901



Common Names

  • Kaempferia marginata
  • Marginate Peacock Ginger
  • Marginate Ginger


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Description

Kaempferia marginata (also called Margined Kaempferia, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to New Zealand. It has a dense, upright habit and small, glossy green leaves. It is found in lowland and montane forests, scrubland and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kaempferia marginata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kaempferia marginata is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kaempferia marginata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It is grown from seed and can be propagated by division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and heat and can be grown in USDA zones 9-11.

Where to Find Kaempferia marginata

Kaempferia marginata is native to the tropical rainforests of Queensland, Australia.

Kaempferia marginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kaempferia marginata?

Kaempferia marginata

What is the common name of Kaempferia marginata?

Margined Ginger

What is the natural habitat of Kaempferia marginata?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

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

William Carey (1761-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carey' in the authors string.
William Roscoe (1753-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roscoe' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000451901: Based on the initial data import