Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Japan, Korea |
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Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Low-growing, clump-forming herbaceous plant up to 10 cm tall. |
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| Foliage | Narrow, linear leaves are dark green and glossy. |
| Flowers | White, bell-shaped flowers are arranged in spike-like inflorescences known as racemes. |
| Cultivation | This cultivar grows best in light to deep shade. It is resistant to most pests and diseases and tolerant of strong winds. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
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| Landscape Uses | Flowerbed / Border, Groundcover |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade, Full Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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| Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Green Plot Ratio | 3.5 (Shrub & Groundcover - Monocot) |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | White |
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| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
| Flower Symmetry | Radial |
| Individual Flower Shape | Campaulate / Bell-shaped |
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Others
| Master ID | 986 |
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| Species ID | 2280 |
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