Alpinia japonica Extra Spicy Tropical Looking Plants Unlike most other male ferns

Unlike most other male ferns

As is the case with all Louisiana iris

This has long been one of my favorites of the Chinese gingers since I saw a specimen at the US National Arboretum in 1994

compact 1' tall x 2' wide clump

Alpinia japonica Extra Spicy Tropical Looking Plants Unlike most other male fernsThis wonderful Japanese selection of the hardy Alpinia japonica is no relation to any member of the 1990s English pop group. The upright, glossy green, 1' long, fragrant leaves are heavily splashed with creamy white, making an eye catching addition to the woodland garden. Occasionally the clumps will throw an all green division, which is more vigorous and should be removed. In spring, the clumps are topped with white flowers with red stripes on