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The Marble Variegata form produces broad, rounded leaves with an extraordinary mosaic of colours. Each leaf is dark to emerald green, overlaid with striking marble-like streaks and patches of silver, cream, and soft pink. The undersides are typically flushed with rich purple, offering a dramatic contrast when viewed from different angles.
Though the leaves are the main attraction, Kaempferia pulchra also produces charming, orchid-like blooms in shades of lavender or pale violet close to the soil level during the growing season. Compact at only 1020 cm tall, it is perfect for terrariums, windowsills, or as part of a tropical foliage collection.
Thrives in bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch its delicate variegated leaves.
Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season, but never waterlogged. Reduce watering significantly when the plant enters dormancy in winter.
Temperature: Prefers 1826C. Avoid prolonged exposure below 15C.
Humidity: Requires high humidity (6080%). Ideal for terrarium culture or greenhouse cabinets.
Use a rich, free-draining substrate peat-free compost blended with perlite, fine orchid bark, and sphagnum moss works well. A shallow pot is ideal for its rhizomatous growth.
Feed every 34 weeks during spring and summer with a diluted, balanced fertiliser. Stop feeding once the plant begins to enter dormancy.
Growth: Produces compact clumps of marble-patterned foliage in spring and summer, with occasional flowers.
Dormancy: Leaves die back in autumn, leaving underground rhizomes. Keep the pot barely moist until new growth resumes in spring.
Remove faded leaves and flowers to maintain the plants appearance. Avoid disturbing the rhizomes during dormancy.
Leaf crisping: Caused by low humidity.
Yellowing foliage: Overwatering or poor drainage.
Weak colour: Insufficient light.
The Kaempferia genus is closely related to ornamental and culinary gingers, but is grown primarily for its jewel-like foliage. The Marble Variegata cultivar is especially collectable due to its striking multicoloured leaves and compact, terrarium-friendly growth.
Quick Care Summary
Light: Bright, indirect or dappled shade
Water: Keep evenly moist in growth; reduce in dormancy
Temperature: 1826C; avoid below 15C
Humidity: High (6080%)
Soil: Rich, free-draining mix with moss/bark
Feed: Monthly in spring/summer
Growth: Compact, 1020 cm; marbled green, silver, cream, and pink leaves with purple undersides
