Christmas costus
Costus chartaceus
About
Costus chartaceus, commonly known as the Christmas costus, is a perennial plant with a red inflorescence first described by Paul Maas in 1972. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador but cultivated as an ornamental in other regions. It is not winter hardy.
- Family
- Costaceae
How to use it
The Christmas costus is primarily used as an ornamental plant, bringing vibrant color to gardens and landscapes. Its striking red flowers can attract pollinators, making it beneficial for local ecosystems. However, due to its lack of winter hardiness, it’s best suited for warmer climates or as a seasonal container plant that can be brought indoors during colder months.
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Gardening tip
When planting Christmas costus, make sure to place it in a warm, sunny spot to encourage its beautiful red flowers. This plant thrives in well-drained soil, so avoid areas where water tends to pool.
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In the kitchen
The Christmas costus is not eaten by humans, so it’s best to admire its beauty rather than try to cook with it.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Costus chartaceus
- Slug
- costus-chartaceus
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Costaceae
- Genus
- Costus
- Species
- chartaceus
- Wikidata QID
- Q2998489
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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