Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
multibracteatum
ID:
617882

Status:
valid

Authors:
Holttum

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 13:57. (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617214



Common Names

  • Multibracteatum Ginger
  • Multibracteatum Zingiber
  • Multibracteatum Wild Ginger


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Description

Zingiber multibracteatum (also called multi-bracted ginger, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a thick, fleshy stem and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in moist, shaded areas and in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Zingiber multibracteatum is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including headaches, fever, and digestive issues. It is also used as a spice in cooking and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Zingiber multibracteatum var. multibracteatum
Zingiber multibracteatum var. viride Holttum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zingiber multibracteatum is small and yellow. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zingiber multibracteatum can be propagated by division or cuttings. Divide the rhizomes in the spring or early summer and replant in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light and warmth.

Where to Find Zingiber multibracteatum

Zingiber multibracteatum is found in the tropical forests of India and Southeast Asia.

Zingiber multibracteatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zingiber multibracteatum?

Zingiber multibracteatum

What is the common name of Zingiber multibracteatum?

Multibract ginger

What is the natural habitat of Zingiber multibracteatum?

Zingiber multibracteatum is native to Southeast Asia

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,

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