Aframomum

Aframomum albiflorum

Zingiberaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Evergreen
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Aframomum albiflorum, known as Aframomum, is an evergreen perennial ornamental plant for USDA zones 10–12. It prefers part shade and high watering, growing to 0.5–1.5 meters tall. This plant thrives in peaty or loamy soils and blooms with white flowers in July and August. It attracts pollinators.

Light

Partial shade

Watering

High water

Soil

Peaty, Loamy

Height

0.5–1.5 m

Spread

0.3–0.5 m

Zones

10–12

Flower colors

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Indoor Sowing
Transplanting
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Harvest
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Cultivation and Care

This plant thrives in part shade and requires high watering. It prefers peaty or loamy soils. As an evergreen, it maintains its foliage year-round. Its high water needs mean consistent moisture is crucial, especially in warmer climates. It is known to attract pollinators, making it a valuable addition to gardens aiming to support local wildlife.

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