Kaempferia Bulb (1pc)

Description

The Kaempferia plant, often referred to as Peacock Ginger or Resurrection Lily, is a low-growing tropical beauty known for its stunning foliage and delicate purple or lavender flowers. It grows from rhizomes (bulbs) and thrives in warm, shady areas. Kaempferia is perfect for ground cover, shaded gardens, or indoor pots, offering both ornamental leaves and seasonal blooms. It’s appreciated for being low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established. Also, check out our workshops for more details.

SAPLING (BULB) DESCRIPTION

1. Number of bulbs per pack – 1 rhizome (bulb)
2. Bulb Size – Medium
3. Watering – Water moderately; allow the topsoil to dry slightly between watering
4. Sunlight – Partial shade to full shade

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1. Difficulty Level – Easy
2. Full Plant Height : 6 to 12 inches
3. Type – Indoor and Outdoor (best in shaded locations)
4. Feed – Apply a mild organic fertilizer or compost every 3–4 weeks during growing season
5. Watering – Regular watering during growth; reduce in dormancy
6. Sunlight – Prefers filtered sunlight or full shade
7. Suitable Temperature – 65°F to 85°F

HOW TO PLANT A BULB

1. Use a pot or garden area with loose, well-draining soil.
2. Place the rhizome horizontally, about 1–2 inches deep.
3. Cover With Soil and water lightly.
4. Keep in a shaded warm place until sprouting occurs.
5. Water regularly once growth appears , but avoid soggy soil.

ALTERNATE NAMES

• Botanical name: Kaempferia rotunda / Kaempferia elegans
• Kaempferia plant In Hindi: चंद्रकांत (Chandrakant) / काफ़िर अदरक
• Kaempferia plant In Tamil: கம்பெர்பெரியா செடி (Kamperperiya Chedi)
• Kaempferia plant In Telugu: కాఎంప్ఫేరియా మొక్క (Kaempferia Mokka)
• Kaempferia plant In Kannada: ಕ್ಯಾಂಪ್ಫೇರಿಯಾ ಸಸಿ (Kaempferia Sasi)
• Kaempferia plant In Marathi: कॅम्पफेरिया वनस्पती
• Kaempferia plant In Malayalam: കാംപ്ഫെറിയ ചെടി (Kaempferia Cheti)