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 | East Malesia, Pacific |
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Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a rhizomatous herb with a clump forming growth habit. |
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| Foliage | Its attracting leaves are big and banana-like. The upper surfaces of the leaves are green, while the undersides are reddish. The midribs and lateral veins are pinkish. |
| Flowers | The inflorescence is erect. The bracts have the similar color combination as the leaves. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens, Hedge / Screening |
Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal
| Pollination Method(s) | Biotic (Fauna) |
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Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade, Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Occasional Misting, Lots of Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils |
| Propagation Method | Division |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Pink, Red |
|---|---|
| Foliar Type | Simple / Unifoliate |
| Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Green Plot Ratio | 3.5 (Shrub & Groundcover - Monocot) |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Green, Red |
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| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 776 |
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| Species ID | 2071 |
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