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ornamentalFamily: ZingiberaceaeGenus: AlpiniaSpecies: formosana
Cultivar
Formosa Ginger
Alpinia formosana 'No Stripe'
Cultivar: No Stripe
This non-variegated selection of Alpinia formosana offers a clean, deep-green aesthetic that complements any tropical landscape. Known for its robust, upright stalks and lance-shaped leaves, it brings a classic, lush texture to garden spaces. It is a reliable perennial that thrives in filtered light and warm, humid environments, making it an excellent choice for adding vertical interest.
Alpinia formosana 'No Stripe' is an elegant, green-foliaged ginger valued for its lush, tropical appearance and clumping growth habit. It serves as a sophisticated structural element in shaded garden beds or as a container feature.
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Plant Detail
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Plant Profile
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Sun
Partial shade to filtered sunlight.
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Water
Moderate to high moisture; soil should be kept consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Mature size
3-5 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide.
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Hardiness
8-11
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Growth habit
Upright, clumping perennial.
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Plant type
Ginger
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Growing note
Requires consistent moisture and protection from harsh afternoon sun to maintain optimal leaf health. Ensure the soil remains organically rich for best performance.
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Climate note
Thrives in warm, humid conditions. Protect from frost and freezing temperatures.
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Flower / fruit
Produces terminal racemes of shell-like flowers with white and red accents, typically in spring or summer once established.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Partial shade to filtered sunlight.
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Growth rate
Moderate.
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Fertilizer
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Trim back old or damaged stems to the ground after the growing season or when they appear unsightly.
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Care notes
Requires consistent moisture and protection from harsh afternoon sun to maintain optimal leaf health. Ensure the soil remains organically rich for best performance.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
3-5 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide.
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Growth habit
Upright, clumping perennial.
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Spacing
2-3 feet apart.
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Produces terminal racemes of shell-like flowers with white and red accents, typically in spring or summer once established.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
8-11
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Temperature
Thrives in warm, humid conditions. Protect from frost and freezing temperatures.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Moderate to high moisture; soil should be kept consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
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Soil pH
6.0-7.0
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Container Growing
Suitable for large containers in cooler climates; ensure excellent drainage and protect from freezing temperatures.
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Family
Zingiberaceae
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Foliage Look
Lush, solid emerald-green, lance-shaped leaves.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are solid green; ensure no variegation is present as this is the 'No Stripe' cultivar.
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Fruit Flower Look
White and red, shell-like floral racemes.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are not expected on small, juvenile starter plants.
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Growth Habit Rules
Should appear as an upright, clumping plant; do not depict as a creeping vine or tree.
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Mature Plant Look
A lush, structural clump of green, tropical, lance-leaf foliage.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Dense, clumping stalks reaching several feet high with long, dark green, pointed leaves and terminal inflorescences.
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Morphology Rules
Maintain a balanced, upright ginger form with architectural foliage; ensure consistency in leaf size and shape.
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Plant Faqs
How much shade does Alpinia formosana 'No Stripe' need? It prefers bright, filtered light or partial shade to keep leaves from scorching. Can I grow this ginger in a pot? Yes, it adapts well to large containers provided it is moved to a protected, warm spot during winter.
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Root Look
Healthy, white, fibrous roots within a firm starter plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, moist, organic-rich potting substrate.
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Starter Stage
Small, rooted plug with tender, narrow green leaves emerging from a sturdy base.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Young, lanceolate foliage with a smooth texture and soft, grassy appearance.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Formosa Ginger. This is Formosa Ginger, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Formosa Ginger become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future tropical garden you want to create. This variety is loved for its lush, solid green foliage that adds a clean and sophisticated texture to any shaded landscape. Establish your starter by potting the small plug into a four-inch pot with a quality, well-draining mix, then move it later to an appropriate final container or in-ground location when established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Alpinia formosana Formosa Ginger No Stripe Tropical foliage Ginger plant Ornamental garden Shade garden Agardeni Perennial plants Container gardening
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Youtube Video Summary
Alpinia formosana 'No Stripe' is a stunning, deep-green ginger that provides lush, tropical structure to any garden. Perfect for containers or as a shaded border, its elegant, upright habit brings sophisticated beauty to your growing space.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing Alpinia formosana 'No Stripe' Formosa Ginger
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