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Sesbania grandiflora 'Alba'
| Family Name: | Fabaceae (Leguminosae) |
| Common Name: | West Indian Pea, Vegetable Hummingbird, 大花田菁 |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Tree |
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Description and Ethnobotany
| Ethnobotanical Uses | Food (Fruit or Vegetable) |
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Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers |
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Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Plant Growth Rate | Moderate |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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| Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Green Plot Ratio | 2.5 (Tree - Open Canopy) |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | White |
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Others
| Master ID | 1828 |
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| Species ID | 3121 |
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