Forrest's roscoea
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R. forrestii is a perennial growing to 20-30cm with fairly broad, mid-green leaves, clasping the stem. Pale yellow flowers in terminal bunches are produced from early to midsummer
Scientific classification
- Species
- Forrest's roscoea (Roscoea forrestii)
- Genus
- Roscoea
- Family
- Zingiberaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Forrest's roscoea
Distribution map
China
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Forrest's roscoea
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Forrest's roscoea care guide
- Keep rich woodland soil evenly moist, never baked dry in summer
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Keep rich woodland soil evenly moist, never baked dry in summer
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight balanced feed monthly during spring and summer growth
Pruning
PruningRemove faded flowers, the rest of the plant will die down naturally
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed in pots in a cold frame as soon as seed is ripe. Propagate by division of tubers in spring when growth is starting
Growing
GrowingGrow in humus-rich, moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil. A cool, sheltered site in partial shade is ideal; in very cold areas apply a deep winter mulch. If growing from a tuber, plant 15cm deep
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease free but a virus may be a problem
Pests
May be attacked by slugs and vine weevil
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