Alpinia zin.’ Midnight’
$0.65 – $1.30Price range: $0.65 through $1.30
Alpinia zingiber ‘Midnight’
Family: Zingiberaceae
Common Name: Midnight Ginger
Origin: Tropical Asia; hybrid selection grown for its deep purple-bronze foliage and upright form
Description:
Alpinia zingiber ‘Midnight’ is a striking ornamental ginger distinguished by its rich, dark foliage and compact, architectural form. Leaves emerge a deep green-bronze and mature to near-black under bright filtered light, creating an elegant, moody backdrop for brighter tropical companions. Mature clumps reach 3–5 ft (0.9–1.5 m) tall, with strong, upright canes and lush, glossy foliage.
In warm conditions, mature plants may produce clusters of small, pale blooms near the stem tips. The plant’s dramatic color and symmetry make it an exceptional choice for adding depth, contrast, and sophistication to tropical gardens or containers.
