Costus spiralis Jacq. (Costoe). Engl.: spiral flag, spiral ginger. Bot. syn.: Alpinia spiralis Jacq.
Flowering plants. Rio de Janeiro bot.g., Brazil. Planted. 2001-02-13.
Closeup of flower. Rio de Janeiro bot.g., Brazil. Planted. 2001-02-13.
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