Alpinia nutans
| Common name | False Cardamon | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | South East Asia | ||
| Habit | Lush clumping, strappy leaf, understorey evergreen perennial with glossy green foliage | ||
| Uses | Suits tropical style gardens, borders, under-storey filler | ||
| Size | 1-1.5m high x 1m wide | ||
| Position | Prefers a part shade spot with moist well drained soil | ||
| Special notes | Insignificant creamy white flowers bloom on 30cm stalks in spring, remove after flowering. Allow to dry out slightly over winter. Distinct sweet cardamom fragrance when brushed |