Costus spiralis is a species in the genus Costus which contains 112 species and belongs to the family of the Costaceae (Costus Family).

Costus spiralis has simple leaves. The leaves are arranged opposite one another. They are lanceolate with entire margins.

The flowers are tubular. The flowers are arranged in capituli.

 Costus spiralis is native to tropical South America.

Costus spiralis prefers a half schady to shady site and can withstand temperatures only above 1,2º C. It grows best in sandy, loamy soil that is moist.

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