Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
scillifolia
ID:
524543

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gagnep.) Cowley

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 36:765. (1982); Lectotypified in: Kew Bull. 36:765. (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523875

Common Names

  • Roscoea scillifolia
  • Scillifolia Roscoea
  • Scillifolia Ginger

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Synonyms

  • Roscoea capitata scillifolia Gagnep. [valid]
  • Roscoea yunnanensis scillifolia (Gagnep.) Loes. [valid]

Description

Roscoea scillifolia (also called Squill-Leaved Roscoea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India. It has long, squill-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas in the Himalayan foothills.

Uses & Benefits

Roscoea scillifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach pain, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Roscoea scillifolia for. atropurpurea Cowley

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Roscoea scillifolia are white with yellow anthers, and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Roscoea scillifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Roscoea scillifolia

Roscoea scillifolia can be found in the Himalayas, from Nepal to Bhutan.

Roscoea scillifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Roscoea scillifolia?

Roscoea scillifolia

What is the natural habitat of Roscoea scillifolia?

Roscoea scillifolia is native to the Himalayas.

What are the common names of Roscoea scillifolia?

Roscoea scillifolia is commonly known as Scilla Ginger.

Species in the Roscoea genus

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Elizabeth Jill Cowley (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cowley' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000523875: Based on the initial data import