Kaempferia philippinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
philippinensis
ID:
452669
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 10:296. (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452001
Common Names
- Kaempferia philippinensis
- Philippine Kaempferia
- Philippinensis Kaempferia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Kaempferia philippinensis (also called Philippine Black Ginger, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the ginger family, native to the Philippines. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Kaempferia philippinensis has been used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It has also been used to make a tea that is believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Kaempferia philippinensis is a small, white, star-shaped structure. The seed is a small, round, hard, black nut. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Kaempferia philippinensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to maintain its shape.
Where to Find Kaempferia philippinensis
Kaempferia philippinensis can be found in the Philippines, particularly in the provinces of Luzon and Visayas.
Kaempferia philippinensis FAQ
What is the common name of Kaempferia philippinensis?
Philippine Ginger
What is the scientific name of Philippine Ginger?
Kaempferia philippinensis
What is the natural habitat of Kaempferia philippinensis?
Tropical rainforest
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
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000452001: Based on the initial data import