Zingiber zerumbet, Shampoo Ginger "Awapuhi"

Name: Zingiber zerumbet, Shampoo Ginger, Awapuhi, Pinecone Ginger

Description: Listing is for a Live plant, rooted rhizome with at least 1 new actively growing shoot. Zingiber Zerumbet is a perennial plant with narrow green leaves that put out new growth in the spring. When the stems reach approximately 4 feet, green pine cone like flowers emerge on shorter stems. Sometimes called pinecone ginger because of the flowers appearance.  When the flower matures they turn red and can be squeezed. The juice is used for hair and skin and has a wonderful scent.

NOTE: The item pictured is similar to the plant you will receive. Plants are unique; the shape, size, color and number of leaves may sometimes vary. Contact our shop if you have any questions. All Plants and Fruit are grown with care on a small family farm in South Florida.

*THIS ITEM CANNOT SHIP TO HAWAII OR ALASKA. ITEMS ORDERED TO THOSE LOCATIONS WILL BE CANCELLED*.