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Dimerocostus strobilaceus

Scientific Name: Dimerocostus strobilaceus Kuntze
Synonym: Dimerocostus elongatus
Family: Costaceae

Dimerocostus strobilaceus at the New York Botanical Garden

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 8b-10

Origin: Nicaragua to western South America

Growth Habits: Canes are up to 12 feet tall (3.6 m)

Propagation: Division

Leaves dark green above, light green below

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