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Japanese Ginger (Zingiber mioga)

Zingiber mioga is a rhizomatous perennial with attractive foliage and unique, edible flower buds that emerge from the soil.

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Sunlight

Prefers partial shade to full shade. Protect from intense direct sunlight.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Rich, well-draining soil with ample organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers partial shade to full shade. Protect from intense direct sunlight.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Rich, well-draining soil with ample organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental, Vegetable

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.6-1.5 m

Spread

0.6-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lanceolate

Flower Size

3-5 cm

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Synonyms
Amomum mioga Thunb.
Zingiber echuanense Y.K.Yang
Zingiber sjooka Siebold
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderZingiberales
  • familyZingiberaceae
  • genusZingiber
  • speciesZingiber mioga
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

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