Friday, 8 March 2013

Torch Ginger(Etlingera Elatior) Plant


I came across this flower in the garden. It is actually Torch Ginger’s flower, the scientific name being Etlingera Elatior. The flower is bright and huge. It has antioxidant properties as well. I am attracted to it because of its ornamental flower and the plant can grow quite tall and shady in the garden. The flower bud can be eaten and it is an important ingredient in some Asian cooking.This is a tropical plant as it bashes in the sunshine and water to grow beautifully with its flower.

Beautiful Pinkish Torch Ginger 's Flower

Etlingera Elatior Plant