Costus dubius
(Afzel.) K.Schum.
Showy costus, African costus
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Summary
Source: WikipediaCostus dubius is a species of plant native to Tropical Africa.
Description
A herb. It keeps growing from year to year. It grows 2-5 m tall and 2-3 m wide. The leaves are mid green. They are oval and wedge shaped at the base. They are arranged in spirals along the stems. The flowers are white with a yellow throat.
Edible Uses
The leaves are edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical and subtropical plant. It grows in humid regions. It can grow in light shade. It is best in a soil with high organic matter. It often grows in wet areas.
Where It Grows
Africa*, Asia, Australia, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, East Africa, Ghana, Hawaii, Indonesia, SE Asia, Sierra Leone, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Uganda, West Africa,
Cultivation
Plants can be grown by sections of the rhizomes or from tubers or seeds.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Costus narsis, Sudu thebu, Thebu, Wal thebu
References (2)
- www.nrm.qld.au
- Sukarya, D. G., (Ed.) 2013, 3,500 Plant Species of the Botanic Gardens of Indonesia. LIPI p 1093
