Hedychium spicatum is a plant species native to China (Guizhou, Sichuan, Tibet, Yunnan), the Himalayas, Myanmar, and Thailand.

[3] Hedychium spicatum is a small, hardy perennial that grows to around 1 m (3 ft 3 in), with green leaves and large orange and white flowers.

The Indian medicinal system (Ayurveda) described the species as having pungent, light, bitter, strong, heating properties.

Crushed rhizomes, both fresh and dried, are very aromatic with a fragrant, somewhat pungent smell similar to orris root but more powerful.

In Himachal Pradesh, leaves are used in making mats for the home, combined with wheat straw, enhancing the durability of the product.