Beehive Ginger is a medium to tall species that has a large yellow and red inflorescence of a beehive shape. It is used frequently in the cut flower industry and has a very long lasting inflorescence. Inflorescence are borne on short stalks coming from the ground rather than on top of its foliage.
Additional Classification Data
Family: Zingiberaceae
Genus: Zingiber
Species: Spectabile
Cultivar: None Identified
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zone 8b: to 15 °F
USDA Zone 9a: to 20 °F
USDA Zone 9b: to 25 °F
Plant Height
Height 3-4 ft.
Height 4-6 ft.
Height 6-8 ft.
Height 8-10 ft.
Light Exposure
Light - 10% to 40% Shade
Light - 40% to 60% Shade
