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Alpinia purpurata
In Panama it’s called Jengibre rojo, maraca roja
A tropical focal point: intense red bracts and an upright structure for entrances, garden backdrops and tropical beds. Plant measured at the nursery: about 102 cm tall.
Approximate prices based on pot size and plant height. We'll confirm availability and the final price on WhatsApp.
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- Free delivery in Panama City with a $35 minimum order. In other areas, the cost depends on the route and province.
Its vibe and where to put it
- Love
- Welcome
Put it in: Humid garden, Entrance.
The red parts aren't petals: they're bracts. Its true flowers are tiny and white. In Hawaii it's the star of tropical arrangements.
Hawaii: the color of welcome.
How to decorate with it
- Modern tropicalBig leaves, light wood and lots of green: the style of many new homes in Panama.
- ColonialLike the patios of Casco Antiguo: ferns, palms and flowers in large pots.
- CoastalFor homes near the sea: plants that handle strong sun and breeze.
Ideal for
- House with patio or garden
- Beach house
- Country house or farm
Plant care sheet
- Light
- Direct sun to partial shade
- Watering
- Constant, in rich soil
- Size
- Height approx. 102 cm (measured at the nursery)
- Ideal spot
- Entrances, garden backdrops and tropical beds
Care
- Direct sun to partial shade.
- Constant watering and rich soil.
- Protect it from strong winds to keep its bracts.





