Kaempferia pulchra

Kaempferia pulchra is an exquisite tropical plant native to tropical Asia. Its dark green leaves are accented by distinctive patterns. It produces superb purple flowers with white spots. This plant is a charming addition to shady gardens or as a houseplant.

Family: Zingiberaceae
Origin: Tropical regions of Southeast Asia
Watering: Moderate, keep soil slightly moist
Brightness: Indirect to low light
Relative humidity: Tolerates moderate to high relative humidity
Substrate: Mixture of potting soil and organic matter, well drained
Flower color: Violet or mauve.
Temperature: Room temperature to slightly warm
Growth: Moderate to rapid