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Genus of 40 species of reed-like rhizomatous perennials, which often have fleshy roots and thick, aromatic rhizomes. They are found in seasonally drought-prone areas of tropical Asia and Australia. The leaves are narrowly ovate to oblong. Cone-like, terminal inflorescences are formed from often colorful bracts. Very small, 3 petaled tubular flowers are often obscured by the bracts. Grow in fertile, moist, but well drained soil in partial shade. Hardiness rating according to sources is to a minimum of 64° but here in zone 8b, they freeze to the ground, but are root hardy, returning the next spring.
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