Costus

Costus

Also called · Spiral ginger

Stems that spiral as they grow, with bright red or orange flower cones.

LightMorning sun
WaterKeep it moist
WhereBalcony or porch

Care tag · 98

“Cut old stems down after they flower. New ones come up.”

  1. 01

    Light

    Morning sun or light shade.
  2. 02

    Water

    Keep the soil moist.
  3. 03

    Soil & pot

    Rich soil with compost.
  4. 04

    Feeding

    A light feed once a month.
  5. 05

    What you'll need

    • Organic potting soil (tanah organik)
    • Compost or goat manure (baja kambing)

    All available here at the nursery.

Something wrong?

  • Brown leaf edges

    Too dry or too sunny.

  • No flowers

    Needs more light.

Balcony or porch

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