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Anubias barteri var. glabra
| Family Name: | Araceae |
| Synonyms: | Anubias lanceolata, Anubias barteri var. lanceolata |
| Common Name: | Water Aspidistra |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant, Aquatic & Hydrophyte (Submerged Aquatic) |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Africa |
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Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
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| Landscape Uses | Aquarium / Aquascape, Riverine |
| Thematic Landscaping | Water Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Lots of Water |
| Plant Growth Rate | Slow |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Green, White |
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Others
| Master ID | 383 |
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| Species ID | 1679 |
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