Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Climber, Epiphyte |
|---|---|
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Malaysia |
|---|---|
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Small vine with thin, hirsute stems |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Leaves ovate, apically cuspidate, dull green with silver markings, base color of leaves turning dark red or maroon when exposed to very bright light |
| Flowers | Flowers in dense clusters, petals cream, pale yellow or lime green, reflexed at maturity, pubescent. Corona white. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage, Fragrant (Flowers) |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Container Planting, Suitable for Hanging Baskets |
| Thematic Landscaping | Fragrant / Aromatherapy Garden |
Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal
| Pollination Method(s) | Biotic (Fauna) |
|---|
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Silver / Grey |
| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Rough |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Cream / Off-White, Green - Light Green, White |
|---|---|
| Flower Texture(s) | Velvety / Furry / Tomentose |
| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 30993 |
|---|---|
| Species ID | 5380 |
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