Name
Classifications and Characteristics
Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon) |
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Plant Growth Form | Tree |
Biogeography
Native Distribution | Andaman Islands, Myanmar, Thailand, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore and Borneo. |
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Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Local Conservation Status | Native to Singapore (Critically Endangered (CR)) |
Description and Ethnobotany
Ethnobotanical Uses | Cultural / Religious: Heritage Tree: There is currently one individual of Parishia insignis listed as Heritage Tree in Singapore. To find out more about this tree, please visit the Heritage Tree Register. |
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Plant Care and Propagation
Light Preference | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
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Water Preference | Moderate Water |
Plant Growth Rate | Moderate |
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Others
Master ID | 29057 |
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Species ID | 3377 |
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