Division: Magnoliophyta

Family: Zingiberaceae

Specific Epithet: Alpinia zerumbet

Common Name: Shell Ginger

Ethnobotanical/Economic Uses: Members of this family have aromatic, volatile oils and are used for dyes, medicinal purposes, and seasonings.

Cultural Requirements: Tropical

Origin: China or Japan

Number of Specimens: Cluster of plants in Conservatory.

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