I only know curcuma as a spice used in Indian curries. When I saw this flower in the local store, I was astonished to find what it was. I did not realise it was such a beautiful plant, something really special. I had to check in Internet to make sure I was on the right path, but yes, this is a flower of the curcuma, also known as Siam Tulip.
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So beautiful. It looks like a cross between ginger and a proteus. I’ve never heard of or seen one, but I’d certainly plant it if I ever came across one.
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I know the spice quite well, as I lived with an Indian family for two years and got to know the food. but I never imagined that is was such a wonderful plant.
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And in fact, it is a member of the ginger family! I had to look it up. Did you buy one to plant at home? Hope so.
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No, I did not. I do not keep many plants at home – too much bother, although it would have been a good idea. I just had a look at ginger, and yes that also has a very nice flower. Switzerland is not such a place for attractive tropical plants.
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But it has its own beauty. My husband and I got to Switzerland when we were touring Europe in a car and he didn’t want to leave. We rented a house on a lake–can’t remember which one–and stayed for a week, I believe. He was entranced by Weinerschnitzel.. Ha.
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Well, I’ll never….. I’m learning something every day!
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I was very surprised to see what a wonderful plant it was.
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Beautiful Pat. 😀
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And really something completely different.
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Wonderful!!!
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Wow! I had no idea it was such a beautiful plant! Lovely photo!
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It surprised me as well.
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