Roscoea brevibracteata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevibracteata
ID:
524096
Status:
valid
Authors:
Z.Y.Zhu
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 26:316. (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523428
Common Names
- Roscoea brevibracteata
- Short-Bracted Roscoea
- Tibetan Ginger
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Roscoea brevibracteata (also called Short-bracted Ginger, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas and prefers partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Roscoea brevibracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make perfumes, cosmetics, and medicines. It has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Roscoea brevibracteata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Roscoea brevibracteata 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 brevibracteata
Roscoea brevibracteata is native to India and can be found in the Himalayan region.
Roscoea brevibracteata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Roscoea brevibracteata?
Roscoea brevibracteata
What is the common name of Roscoea brevibracteata?
Ginger lily
What is the natural habitat of Roscoea brevibracteata?
It is native to the Himalayas
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
Zheng Yin Zhu (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Y.Zhu' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000523428: Based on the initial data import