Red Curcuma Rhizomes - 4 oz Live Rhizomes | Ornamental Turmeric

About This Plant

Red Curcuma, also known as Ornamental Turmeric, is a tropical perennial flowering plant in the ginger family. This listing features 4 oz live rhizomes that will develop into plants with red flower bracts above lush green foliage from late spring through summer. Growth is fast, and the plant is suitable for garden beds, patios, and decorative containers in warm climates.

What You Will Receive

✔️ 4 oz live Red Curcuma rhizomes
✔️ Fresh, healthy planting stock
✔️ Cleaned and ready to plant
✔️ Shipped without soil
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

Growing Information

Common Name: Red Curcuma, Ornamental Turmeric
Botanical Name: Curcuma spp.
Plant Type: Tropical perennial flowering plant
Growth Stage: Rhizomes
Sun Requirements: Partial shade to filtered sun
Soil: Rich, well-draining soil
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Mature Height: 24–48 inches
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 8–11 (container growing recommended in cooler zones)
Container Friendly: Yes

Care Tip

Plant the rhizomes 2–3 inches deep in warm, well-draining soil after the danger of frost has passed. Water regularly during active growth and fertilize monthly for the best blooms. Reduce watering when the plant enters winter dormancy.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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