Elegant, refined, and unexpectedly sturdy, the Siam Tulip (Curcuma alismatifolia) is the crown jewel of the summer garden. Despite its common... Read more
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Elegant, refined, and unexpectedly sturdy, the Siam Tulip (Curcuma alismatifolia) is the crown jewel of the summer garden. Despite its common name, this isn't a tulip at all, but a sophisticated member of the ginger family. It brings a sleek, "boutique" aesthetic to your landscape or patio with its perfectly sculpted, upright form.
The "Tulip" Illusion: This plant earns its nickname from its stunning inflorescences, which feature petal-like pink bracts that mimic the classic tulip shape. These "showy" bracts are actually specialized leaves designed to protect the true flowers.
Hidden Gems: Look closely at the edges of the pink bracts to find the "true" flowers—tiny, exquisite lavender-white blossoms that occasionally peek out from their protective layers.
Architectural Stems: Each bloom sits atop a rigid, reed-like stem, rising proudly to about 2 feet tall. These stems are remarkably strong, making them wind-resistant and perfect for cutting.
Lush Foundations: The flowers emerge from a dense clump of narrow, lance-shaped, dark green leaves that provide a crisp, tropical backdrop.
| Feature | Details |
| Common Name | Siam Tulip, Summer Tulip |
| Botanical Name | Curcuma alismatifolia |
| Bloom Color | Bright Pink Bracts with Lavender-White Accents |
| Height | Compact and manageable (Up to 2 feet) |
| Bloom Season | Early Summer through to Autumn |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Reed-like, Clumping |
| Primary Use | Ornamental borders, containers, and cut flowers |
"The Siam Tulip offers a rare combination of delicate beauty and structural strength. Its long blooming window—from the first heat of summer until the cooling of autumn—makes it a high-value addition to any space."
Long-Lasting Blooms: Unlike traditional spring tulips that fade in days, the Curcuma’s bracts remain vibrant and colorful for weeks on end.
Perfect for Containers: Due to its compact 2-foot height and tidy growth habit, it is an ideal candidate for decorative pots on balconies, patios, or poolside.
Exquisite Cut Flowers: The strong, leafless stems and long-lasting bracts make these a favorite for indoor floral arrangements.
Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light or partial shade. In very hot regions, morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal.
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season. As a tropical native, it loves humidity!
Wintering: In cooler climates, this rhizomatous perennial will go dormant in winter. Simply lift the rhizomes or move containers indoors to a frost-free spot until spring returns.
Our plants and mosses are hand selected at local growers with the utmost care and love. Here, they are grown in the most sustainable way possible. This way, the plants in your glass bottle are guaranteed to thrive together and you will enjoy your personal ecosystem with plants for many years to come.
We learn by doing. By creating your own terrarium with plants in a bottle yourself or with your children you learn about the various facets of the earth and thus the basis of our living existence in a creative way. Stone, potting soil, roots, plants, water and recycling all come together in this creative eye-catcher for your home.
• We work with MPS-certified plants and recycled glassware.
• Dimensions and colours of live plants may vary.
• It is also possible that, due to the season, a pictured plant is not in stock.
• In that case you will receive a beautiful alternative.
• It is recommended to open your ecosystem once a month for a few hours.
Avoid "wet feet" at all costs! To prevent your bulbs or rhizomes from rotting before they wake up, mix a handful of coarse sand or perlite into the bottom of your planting hole. This creates a "drainage pillow" that keeps water from pooling around the base during heavy rains.
