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Kaempferia Rotunda Bulbs
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Plant Height : Flowering stems remain low, 5–10 cm tall, while leaves develop later to heights of 20–25 cm, forming a lush groundcover
Flower Shape: Each blossom is narrowly tubular, flaring slightly at the mouth into a gentle trumpet form, with delicate lobes that reveal a contrasting throat
Colour : White with purple strikes
Growing Tip : Cover the corms lightly - about 2–3 cm of soil - so their necks are just obscured, allowing shoots to break through easily
- SOWING
TIMEApril to September
- Sowing
DistancePlant to plant - 15 to 20 cm
- Fruit
WeightN/A
- Fruit
ShapeN/A
- Days to
maturity40 to 50 days
- Details
- How to sow
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Kaempferia rotunda Bulbs, commonly called Bhumi Champa or “flower of the earth,” emerge directly from the ground on short, fleshy rhizomes. Each plant sends up narrow, tubular flowers one or two at a time, each lasting two to three days but offering blooms over a four- to five-week period. The blossoms, typically pale mauve or white with purple-tinged throats, measure around 4–5 cm long and sit just above the soil line. After flowering, the striking foliage unfurls: leaves emerge tightly rolled as purple spikes before opening into green blades marked with silvery patterns on the upper surface and rich purple beneath, reaching up to 25 cm tall. Ideal for shaded rockeries, woodland gardens, or tropical container displays, these bulbs add seasonal interest through both their fleeting flowers and their ornamental leaves.
Planting instructions
Choose a well-draining, humus-rich spot in partial to full shade. Lay the rhizomes horizontally just beneath the soil surface, ensuring good contact with the earth.
Growing Requirements
Pests
Relatively pest-free but susceptible to rhizome rot in waterlogged soil and occasional slug damage; maintain good drainage and inspect for slugs regularly.
soil
Thrives in fertile, well-draining loam enriched with organic matter; avoid heavy clay that retains too much moisture.
spot
Prefers a cool, sheltered position in dappled shade or morning sun, protected from harsh afternoon light.
temperature
Best in warm temperate conditions - from 15 °C up to 30 °C - though the foliage remains attractive into cooler months if not frozen.
watering
Keep the soil evenly moist during active growth and flowering, then reduce watering as foliage dies back to encourage dormancy.
how to harvest
Cut flower stems just as the buds begin to open, working early in the morning for maximum fragrance. Combine with sturdier blooms like hellebores or small orchids for contrast.
To prolong vase life, trim stems diagonally, remove any submerged foliage, change the water every two days and keep the arrangement in a cool spot away from direct sunlight.
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Kaempferia Rotunda Bulbs
Plant Height : Flowering stems remain low, 5–10 cm tall, while leaves develop later to heights of 20–25 cm, forming a lush groundcover
Flower Shape: Each blossom is narrowly tubular, flaring slightly at the mouth into a gentle trumpet form, with delicate lobes that reveal a contrasting throat
Colour : White with purple strikes
Growing Tip : Cover the corms lightly - about 2–3 cm of soil - so their necks are just obscured, allowing shoots to break through easily
Recommended with this
Kaempferia rotunda Bulbs, commonly called Bhumi Champa or “flower of the earth,” emerge directly from the ground on short, fleshy rhizomes. Each plant sends up narrow, tubular flowers one or two at a time, each lasting two to three days but offering blooms over a four- to five-week period. The blossoms, typically pale mauve or white with purple-tinged throats, measure around 4–5 cm long and sit just above the soil line. After flowering, the striking foliage unfurls: leaves emerge tightly rolled as purple spikes before opening into green blades marked with silvery patterns on the upper surface and rich purple beneath, reaching up to 25 cm tall. Ideal for shaded rockeries, woodland gardens, or tropical container displays, these bulbs add seasonal interest through both their fleeting flowers and their ornamental leaves.
Plant Height : Flowering stems remain low, 5–10 cm tall, while leaves develop later to heights of 20–25 cm, forming a lush groundcover
Flower Shape: Each blossom is narrowly tubular, flaring slightly at the mouth into a gentle trumpet form, with delicate lobes that reveal a contrasting throat
Colour : White with purple strikes
Growing Tip : Cover the corms lightly - about 2–3 cm of soil - so their necks are just obscured, allowing shoots to break through easily
- SOWING
TIMEApril to September
- Sowing
DistancePlant to plant - 15 to 20 cm
- Fruit
WeightN/A
- Fruit
ShapeN/A
- Days to
maturity40 to 50 days
Planting instructions
Choose a well-draining, humus-rich spot in partial to full shade. Lay the rhizomes horizontally just beneath the soil surface, ensuring good contact with the earth.
Growing Requirements
Pests
Relatively pest-free but susceptible to rhizome rot in waterlogged soil and occasional slug damage; maintain good drainage and inspect for slugs regularly.
soil
Thrives in fertile, well-draining loam enriched with organic matter; avoid heavy clay that retains too much moisture.
spot
Prefers a cool, sheltered position in dappled shade or morning sun, protected from harsh afternoon light.
temperature
Best in warm temperate conditions - from 15 °C up to 30 °C - though the foliage remains attractive into cooler months if not frozen.
watering
Keep the soil evenly moist during active growth and flowering, then reduce watering as foliage dies back to encourage dormancy.
how to harvest
Cut flower stems just as the buds begin to open, working early in the morning for maximum fragrance. Combine with sturdier blooms like hellebores or small orchids for contrast.
To prolong vase life, trim stems diagonally, remove any submerged foliage, change the water every two days and keep the arrangement in a cool spot away from direct sunlight.
