| Common Names |
Variegated Shell Ginger, Variegated Ginger |
| Family |
Zingiberaceae (Ginger Family) |
| Origin |
East Asia (Japan, China, Southeast Asia) |
| Plant Type |
Herbaceous Perennial |
| Life Cycle |
Perennial |
| Mature Size |
4–8 ft tall, 3–6 ft wide |
| Light |
Partial Shade to Full Sun |
| Water Needs |
Moderate; keep soil moist |
| Soil |
Well-drained, fertile soil |
| Bloom Time |
Spring to Summer |
| Flower Color |
White with pink and yellow accents |
| Foliage |
Green with yellow variegation |
| USDA Zones |
8–11 |
| Propagation |
Division of rhizomes |
| Toxicity |
Non-toxic to humans and pets |
