Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
brandisii
ID:
524084

Status:
valid

Authors:
(King ex Baker) K.Schum.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. IV (Heft 20):119

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523416



Common Names

  • Brandis Ginger
  • Himalayan Ginger
  • Khasyan Ginger


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Synonyms

  • Roscoea purpurea brandisii King ex Baker [valid]

Description

Roscoea brandisii (also called Himalayan ginger lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has long, narrow leaves and purple flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas in the Himalayan mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Roscoea brandisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat stomach ailments, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Roscoea brandisii are small and white, with a yellow centre. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Roscoea brandisii is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows up to 0.5m tall. It has small, yellow, five-petalled flowers that appear in spring and summer. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Roscoea brandisii

Roscoea brandisii is native to India and can be found in the Himalayan region.

Roscoea brandisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Roscoea brandisii?

Roscoea brandisii

What is the common name of Roscoea brandisii?

Ginger lily

What is the natural habitat of Roscoea brandisii?

It is native to the Himalayas and China

Species in the Roscoea genus

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000523416: Based on the initial data import