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 |
Image Repository
Others
Master ID | 986 |
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Species ID | 2280 |
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