Heliconia subulata Ficus This plant is Alpinia nutans

This plant is Alpinia nutans or 'Dwarf Cardamom' and sometimes 'False Cardamom' - so it is an ornamental for the garden - not 'True Cardamom' (Elletaria cardamomum) of aromatic Indian spice fame

robust and great looking houseplant

Its seed pods

This low maintenance houseplant is perfect for both novice and seasoned pros

Heliconia subulata Ficus This plant is Alpinia nutansBeautiful tall and tropical looking plant with dramatic lush foliage and waxy red bracts holding small yellow flowers. A showstopper and yes, you probably can grow this in your garden! In frost free parts of NZ it actually does very well and flowers reliably. A spot sheltered from the wind is best to keep the broad lush foliage looking at its best as the leaves tend to tear in the strong wind.