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Kahili ginger

Hedychium gardnerianum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Zingiberales ›Family: Zingiberaceae ›Genus: Hedychium

About

Hedychium gardnerianum (Kahili ginger, Kahila garland-lily, or ginger lily (Aust.)) is a plant native to the Himalayas in India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It grows to 8 ft (2.4 m) tall with long, bright green leaves clasping the tall stems. The very fragrant pale yellow and red flowers are held in dense spikes above the foliage. They appear towards the end of summer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kahili ginger?
The scientific name of Kahili ginger is Hedychium gardnerianum.
What kingdom does Kahili ginger belong to?
Kahili ginger belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Kahili ginger belong to?
Kahili ginger belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Kahili ginger belong to?
Kahili ginger belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does Kahili ginger belong to?
Kahili ginger belongs to the order Zingiberales.
What family does Kahili ginger belong to?
Kahili ginger belongs to the family Zingiberaceae.
What genus does Kahili ginger belong to?
Kahili ginger belongs to the genus Hedychium.