Costus pictus, in the NYBG greenhouse in mid April
USDA: 11-12
Frost Tolerance: Greenhouse, or container plant in Phoenix, keep above 50°F (10°C), needs high air humidity
Sun Exposure: Light shade
Origin: Mexico to Costa Rica
Growth Habits: Perennial, up to 8 feet tall (2.4 m) or more
Watering Needs: The soil should stay moist and well drained, mulch is a must
Propagation: Division, cane cuttings
Dark foliage, red-spotted stems
Culture:
Fertilize regularly with palm fertilizer.
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