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Blue Ginger

About Blue Ginger

Blue Ginger is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that is isn’t challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in abundant sunlight ☀ and should be less than 3 feet from a window.

Blue Ginger belongs to the Dichorisandra genus, and is native to Southeastern Brazil.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Dichorisandra thyrsiflora

Genus

Dichorisandra

Family

Commelinaceae

Order

Commelinales

Also known as

blue bamboo

How to care for Blue Ginger

💦 Water

How often to water your Blue Ginger

Blue Ginger needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Blue Ginger in your home

Blue Ginger may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Blue Ginger in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Blue Ginger

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Blue Ginger: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Blue Ginger after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Blue Ginger is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Blue Ginger →

Benefits of Growing Blue Ginger →

Common Blue Ginger Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Blue Ginger →

Outdoor Care Guide for Blue Ginger →

💦 Water Needs

Blue Ginger prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Blue Ginger Water Frequency →

Blue Ginger Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Blue Ginger may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Blue Ginger Light Requirements →

Blue Ginger Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Blue Ginger is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Is Blue Ginger Edible? →

Blue Ginger Toxicity to Cats →

Blue Ginger Toxicity to Dogs →

Blue Ginger Toxicity to Humans →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Blue Ginger can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Blue Ginger Temperature Tolerance →

Blue Ginger Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Blue Ginger →

When to Plant Blue Ginger →

How to Plant Blue Ginger →

Where to Plant Blue Ginger →

Winter Care for Blue Ginger →

Best Companion Plants for Blue Ginger →

Is Blue Ginger a Weed? →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Blue Ginger, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.