Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
megalantha
ID:
1413954

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tosh.Yoshida & R.Yangzom

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 74. (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426419



Common Names

  • Roscoea megalantha
  • Megalantha Roscoea
  • Roscoea


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Description

Roscoea megalantha (also called Giant Roscoea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Zingiberaceae. It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It grows in lowland forests and is found at elevations of up to 3000 metres.

Uses & Benefits

Roscoea megalantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Roscoea megalantha are white in colour and have a pleasant, sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Roscoea megalantha is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seeds. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny to partially shaded position. When planting, ensure that the seeds are just below the surface of the soil. Water regularly and fertilize every few months.

Where to Find Roscoea megalantha

Roscoea megalantha can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Roscoea megalantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Roscoea megalantha?

Roscoea megalantha

What is the common name of Roscoea megalantha?

Large-flowered Roscoea

Where is Roscoea megalantha native to?

Nepal and Bhutan

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

Toshio Yoshida: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tosh.Yoshida' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0001426419: Based on the initial data import