Alpinia nutans - Dwarf Cardomom ginger, Cardamom Leaf

• Mature size: 1-1.5m tall.
• Recommended spacing: 50cm-1m apart.
• Ideal growing conditions: Part shade - Full sun (can adapt).
• Growth rate: Moderate. 

 

Uses

Pot/container plant, patio/verandah plant, indoor/house plant, understory planting, shaded courtyard, garden filler, mass plantings, feature shrub, tropical garden.

Noteworthy

A hardy evergreen ginger valued for its lush foliage and ornamental appeal.

Tolerant

Humidity, Pruning/cut-backs, cooler conditions, moist-free draining soil.

Colour/Growth form

Upright, dense clumping growth with rich green foliage. Leaves release a spicy fragrance when rubbed or crushed, with decorative white shell-shaped flowers appearing in spring to summer.

What is Dwarf Cardomon?

Alpinia nutans is a compact, tropical ginger that brings texture, fragrance and structure to gardens and containers. Also known as Dwarf Cardamom Ginger, it is well suited to tropical and subtropical landscapes, thriving in both sun and partial shade with minimal maintenance once established.

How to care for Alpinia nutans

Plant in moist, well-drained soil and water regularly during establishment. It responds well to pruning to maintain a tidy shape and benefits from protection from harsh frost, particularly when young.