Nama Melayu (Malay Name) | Bunga Cekur Batik |
Keluarga (Family) | ZINGIBERACEAE |
Nama Saintifik (Scientific Name) | Kaempferia pulchra |
Saiz Biasa (Size) | 4 cm |
Nama Lain (Other Names) | Limestone Sand Ginger |
Nama Thai (Thai Name) | Pro Hom |
Nama Indonesia (Indonesian Name) | Kencur Batek = Kentjoer |
Jurufoto (Photographer) | CS Ooi |
Small low plant, 10 cm high. Leaves spreads out flat over the ground. Flowers opens in the early morning and only lasts a few hours, closes by late morning. Aromatic rhizomes. Wild in limestone hills, common in Langkawi. Often cultivated for its medicinal value.