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Zingiber sp lidi [non-exact]
GenusZingiberRegionSoutheast AsiaPlant GroupOtherGrowth HabitRhizomatousSetupHouseplantDifficultyIntermediate
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Care information

This is an unidentified *Zingiber* species from Borneo, distributed under the trade name 'Lidi.' It grows as a compact tropical herb with upright stems and silver-mottled foliage. Like other *Zingiber*, it prefers warm temperatures, high humidity, and bright, indirect light. Based on observed cultivation behavior, it remains compact, typically under 8 inches (20 cm) tall. Best suited for terrariums, grow cabinets, or small tropical plant displays.

You will receive a **rooted plant**, grower's choice. It will be similar in size and form to the one pictured but not the exact plant. These are grown in spongy-fibrous blocks.

**Light Requirements:** Bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun.
**Humidity Requirements:** High, 70–90%.
**Temperature Range:** 70–85°F (21–29°C). Keep above 65°F (18°C).
**Growth Habit:** Upright, compact tropical herb, rhizomatous.
**Soil:** Moist, well-draining tropical mix — sphagnum moss, perlite, fine bark.
**pH:** Slightly acidic, 5.5–6.5.
**Size:** Typically stays under 8 inches (20 cm) in height, from what I've observed so far.

Plant Details
Airflow
Medium — Essential for "wetish" setups. Needs regular air exchange or internal circulation fans to prevent water from sitting on leaves, which helps avoid rot and fungal issues.
Family
Zingiberaceae
Growth strategy
Terrestrial
Humidity
60–80% — Suitable for "open-top" or partially ventilated terrariums. While higher than average household humidity, these plants are adaptable and less prone to leaf melt if the environment fluctuates slightly.
Lighting
Bright — Requires high-output lighting to maintain vivid color expression (especially for reds, purples, and variegation) and to ensure shingling habits stay tight and compact.
PH
6.5–7.5 — Neutral: Suitable for hardy species that are less sensitive to water chemistry. This range is common in setups using tap water or inert substrates like clay pebbles and stones.
Sales form
Rooted
Size
Large
Temperature
70–85°F — Standard Tropical Range. This mirrors the natural understory of the rainforest, providing enough warmth for vigorous growth while remaining safe from the extreme heat that can bake a closed glass enclosure.
Watering substrate
Damp — These plants love high moisture levels; the substrate should stay wet to the touch at all times but should not be sitting in a stagnant, waterlogged state.
World
Old World — Native to the Eastern Hemisphere: Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and surrounding islands.