Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
kelabitianum
ID:
617445

Status:
valid

Authors:
Theilade & H.Chr.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 55:239. (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616777



Common Names

  • Zingiber kelabitianum
  • Kelabit Ginger
  • Zingiber kelabitianum


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Description

Zingiber kelabitianum (also called Kelabit Ginger, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial with long, thin, curved pseudobulbs and small, fragrant flowers. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in dry woodland, bushland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zingiber kelabitianum is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating digestive disorders, fever, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zingiber kelabitianum is yellow and tubular in shape, with a long, thin stem. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and long, with a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zingiber kelabitianum is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It is native to tropical Asia and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes, which should be done in spring in a warm, sunny location. The rhizomes should be planted in moist soil and kept moist until new growth appears.

Where to Find Zingiber kelabitianum

Zingiber kelabitianum can be found in tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Zingiber kelabitianum FAQ

What is the common name of Zingiber kelabitianum?

Kelabit Ginger

What is the natural range of Zingiber kelabitianum?

Southeast Asia

What is the growth habit of Zingiber kelabitianum?

A perennial herb

Species in the Zingiber genus

Zingiber acuminatum, Zingiber albiflorum, Zingiber apoense, Zingiber argenteum, Zingiber atrorubens, Zingiber aurantiacum, Zingiber banahaoense, Zingiber barbatum, Zingiber bisectum, Zingiber bradleyanum, Zingiber brevifolium, Zingiber bulusanense, Zingiber cernuum, Zingiber chlorobracteatum, Zingiber cholmondeleyi, Zingiber chrysanthum, Zingiber chrysostachys, Zingiber citrinum, Zingiber citriodorum, Zingiber cochleariforme, Zingiber collinsii, Zingiber coloratum, Zingiber corallinum, Zingiber curtisii, Zingiber cylindricum, Zingiber darceyi, Zingiber densissimum, Zingiber eberhardtii, Zingiber eborinum, Zingiber echuanense, Zingiber elatum, Zingiber emeiense, Zingiber flagelliforme, Zingiber flammeum, Zingiber flavescens, Zingiber flavomaculosum, Zingiber flavovirens, Zingiber fragile, Zingiber fraseri, Zingiber georgeae, Zingiber gracile, Zingiber griffithii, Zingiber guangxiense, Zingiber gulinense, Zingiber hupehense, Zingiber idae, Zingiber incomptum, Zingiber inflexum, Zingiber integrilabrum, Zingiber integrum,

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

Ida Theilade: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Theilade' in the authors string.
Hanne Christensen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Chr.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000616777: Based on the initial data import