Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant | 
|---|---|
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial | 
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic | 
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Costa Rica& Nicaragua | 
|---|
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers | 
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens | 
Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal
| Fauna Pollination Dispersal Associated Fauna | Bird-Attracting | 
|---|---|
| Pollination Method(s) | Biotic (Fauna) | 
| Seed or Spore Dispersal | Biotic (Fauna) | 
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun, Semi-Shade | 
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Lots of Water, Occasional Misting | 
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen | 
|---|---|
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green | 
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Red, Yellow / Golden | 
|---|
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 29080 | 
|---|---|
| Species ID | 3394 | 
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