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Curcuma alismatifolia, commonly called Siam tulip, is native to northern Thailand and Cambodia, where it grows in seasonally wet grasslands. True flowers emerge from between the bracts and are typically violet with yellow markings. The plant blooms during the rainy season, producing floral spikes that last for several weeks, making it a popular ornamental species in tropical gardens and floral arrangements. Siam tulip is cultivated for the international cut-flower market, with Thailand serving as the primary exporter due to its long vase life and striking appearance. The species thrives in regions with distinct wet and dry periods, aligning its growth cycle with seasonal rainfall. Photographed in Florida.