Chamaecostus cuspidatus
About
Chamaecostus cuspidatus, common name fiery costus or spiral flag, is a species of herbaceous plant in the family Costaceae native to eastern Brazil. In India, it is known as insulin plant for its purported anti-diabetic properties. Chamaecostus cuspidatus has large fleshy-looking leaves. The undersides of these large, smooth, dark green leaves have light purple shade. The leaves are spirally arranged around the stem, forming attractive, arching clumps arising from underground rootstocks. The maximum height of these plants is about two feet. The flowers are orange in color and are 1.5 in (3.8 cm) in diameter. Flowering occurs during the warm months and they appear to be cone-like heads at the tips of branches.
- Family
- Costaceae
How to use it
Fiery costus is often used for its potential anti-diabetic properties, making it a valuable addition to herbal remedies. Additionally, its striking appearance makes it a great choice for ornamental gardens, adding a splash of color with its vibrant orange flowers.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Chamaecostus cuspidatus
- Slug
- chamaecostus-cuspidatus
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Costaceae
- Genus
- Chamaecostus
- Species
- cuspidatus
- Wikidata QID
- Q3029378
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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