Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin |
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Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a herbaceous plant. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Its attractive leaves are large and elliptic. The leaves are creamy to white with green edges. |
| Cultivation | It can be propagated by stem cuttings. Root the cuttings in water before transfer to the pot. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Parks & Gardens, Container Planting |
| Usage Hazard - Cons | Toxic Upon Ingestion |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade, Full Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Occasional Misting, Moderate Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Yellow / Golden, Cream / Off-White |
|---|---|
| Foliar Type | Simple / Unifoliate |
| Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Green Plot Ratio | 3.5 (Shrub & Groundcover - Monocot) |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 646 |
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| Species ID | 1941 |
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