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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Climber, Epiphyte |
|---|---|
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Australia |
|---|
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Robust, fast growing vine |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Leaves light green, veins white to whitish green. |
| Flowers | Flowers dull orange with purplish tinge |
| Habitat | In mangrove swamps |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Container Planting, Suitable for Hanging Baskets |
| Usage Hazard - Cons Remarks | Avoid contact with milky/ white sap as it may cause skin irritation in certain individuals. Keep plants away from children and pets as sap could be toxic. |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Easy to Grow |
| Pest(s) | Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Stem Cutting |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
|---|
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Orange, Yellow / Golden |
|---|---|
| Flowering Period | Free-Flowering |
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Others
| Master ID | 30849 |
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| Species ID | 5219 |
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