Bunga Kantan Biasa |
Bunga Kantan Merah |
Nama Melayu (Malay Name) | Jenis-jenis Bunga Kantan |
Keluarga (Family) | ZINGIBERACEAE |
Nama Saintifik (Scientific Name) | Phaeomeria magnifica (Merah jambu/Pink) |
Nama Saintifik (Scientific Name) | Phaeomeria maingayi (Merah/Red) |
Saiz Biasa (Size) | 20 cm |
Nama Lain (Other Names) | Torch Ginger Varieties |
Jurufoto (Photographer) | Mohamad Bakar & CS Ooi |
Kuntum Bunga Kantan Biasa |
Kuntum Bunga Kantan Merah |
There are various varieties of Torch Gingers in Malaysia. The pink torch ginger flower or "Phaeomeria magnifica" are commonly sold in markets. The red torch ginger or "Phaeomeria maingayi" are less common. The red torch ginger with a smaller plant, and its flowers are also smaller than the common Torch Ginger.