Chinese Keys Ginger - Fingerroot - Live Starter Plants - Boesenbergia Rotunda - Grow Your Own Exotic Herbs in The Garden or Patio

The Chinese Keys Ginger Plant (Boesenbergia rotunda) is a striking and flavorful member of the ginger family, admired both for its ornamental appeal and culinary value. Native to Southeast Asia, this tropical rhizomatous perennial produces lush, lance-shaped leaves that unfurl from short pseudostems, creating a low-growing clump of vivid green foliage. When mature, it reaches about one to two feet tall, forming a compact, tidy mound that adds a lush, exotic feel to any garden or indoor space. Its underground rhizomes, known for their distinctive finger-like appearance, are the plant’s most notable feature, prized for their aromatic scent and complex, spicy fragrance.

In addition to its distinctive growth habit, Chinese Keys Ginger is appreciated for its decorative blooms that emerge close to the ground, featuring creamy white petals accented by bright pink or lavender markings. The plant thrives in warm, humid environments with partial shade, making it an ideal choice for tropical landscapes, shaded patios, or bright indoor containers. With consistent moisture and protection from direct harsh sunlight, it rewards growers with lush foliage and reliable seasonal regrowth. Also known as Fingerroot, its blend of vibrant leaves, unusual roots, and compact form make it a highly attractive specimen for collectors and gardeners alike.