Spiked spiral-flag ginger
Costus spicatus
Family: Costaceae
What it is like
A herb.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Brazil, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Flowers
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Cana-brava, Caninha-do-brejo
Synonyms
Alpinia spicata Jacq.; Amomum petiolatum Lam.; Costus cylindricus Jacq.; and others