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Vincetoxicum flexuosum var. tenuis

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Vincetoxicum flexuosum var. tenuis (Blume) Schneidt et al.

Family Name: Apocynaceae
Synonyms: Tylophora tenuissima (Roxb. ex Willd.) Wight & Arn., Tylophora tenuis Blume, Tylophora flexuosa R.Br.

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Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants)
Plant Growth Form Climber, Vine & Liana
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial
Mode of Nutrition Autotrophic

Biogeography

Native Habitat Terrestrial
Preferred Climate Zone Tropical
Local Conservation Status Native to Singapore (Least Concern (LC))

Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal

Fauna Pollination Dispersal Associated Fauna Caterpillar Food Plant

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water
Plant Growth Rate Moderate

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Master ID 18812
Species ID 3349
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Species record last updated on: 03 February 2024.
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