Alpinia japonica is
an evergreen perennial herb inhabiting regions of mild
climates. The leaves measure 40-60cm in length, 5- 8 cm in
width, in the shape of a broad-lanceolate, and not glossy,
with velvety vellum hairs on the upper and lower surfaces.
Racemes, 10-15cm long, are erect, emerging from the tips of
pseudostems; labellums are white with red stripes. Capsules,
about 1.5cm long, are broad-oblong and mature red. Bloom
time: May-June.
Wild plants in and around Shimane
島根とその周辺の野生植物
