Costus speciocus Small Plants It can tolerate slightly cooler

It can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures but should be protected from cold drafts and frost

pointed leaves covered in white tubercles

glossy leaves emerge with a fresh green hue

Velvety leaves stay relatively small

Costus speciocus Small Plants It can tolerate slightly coolerCostus speciosus, commonly known as Crepe Ginger, is a tropical perennial that is often grown for its striking foliage and unique spiral growth habit. The plant features large, elongated, dark green leaves that emerge in a spiral pattern around its tall, upright stems. As it matures, Costus speciosus may produce white or pale pink flowers with a crinkled, crepe like appearance from cone shaped red bracts, though flowering is less likely indoors. This