5 Shampoo Ginger, Pinecone Ginger Zingiber zerumbet Rhizomes Free Phytosanitary Certificate

Grow the beautiful and unusual Shampoo Ginger with fresh Zingiber zerumbet rhizomes. Also known as Pinecone Ginger, this tropical perennial is admired for its lush foliage and distinctive cone-shaped flower heads that gradually turn red.

The mature flower cones contain a clear, pleasantly scented liquid traditionally used as a natural hair rinse, which gives the plant its popular name, Shampoo Ginger. It is an attractive choice for tropical gardens, shaded borders, containers and greenhouse cultivation.

Product Details

• Botanical name: Zingiber zerumbet
• Common names: Shampoo Ginger, Pinecone Ginger, Awapuhi
• Quantity: 10 planting rhizomes
• Plant type: Tropical perennial
• Light requirement: Partial shade or filtered sunlight
• Soil: Fertile, moist and well-draining
• Suitable for: Gardens, containers and greenhouses
• Phytosanitary Certificate: Included

Planting Instructions

Plant each rhizome approximately 3–5 cm deep with the buds facing upward. Choose a warm, partially shaded location and keep the soil consistently moist without allowing it to become waterlogged. The foliage may naturally die back during dormancy and regrow when warm conditions return.

In colder climates, grow the rhizomes in containers or bring them indoors before frost. The rhizomes will be carefully packed for international shipping and supplied with a Phytosanitary Certificate