Name
Classifications and Characteristics
Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
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Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
Native Distribution | This species is native to Colombia and French Guiana - cultivar 'Vittata' is of horticultural origin |
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Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Description and Ethnobotany
Growth Form | Herb to 2m tall |
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Foliage | Leaves light to mid green, to 20cm long, with very pale green - white markings running parallel to the veins. |
Flowers | Flowers pale cream, often appearing on separate leafless shoots. |
Landscaping Features
Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
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Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting |
Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal
Pollination Method(s) | Biotic (Fauna) |
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Seed or Spore Dispersal | Biotic (Fauna) |
Plant Care and Propagation
Light Preference | Semi-Shade, Full Shade |
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Water Preference | Lots of Water, Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
Plant Growth Rate | Moderate |
Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils |
Pest(s) | Chewing Insects, Sucking Insects |
Propagation Method | Division |
Foliar
Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
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Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Cream / Off-White, Green, White |
Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Smooth |
Floral (Angiosperm)
Flower Colour(s) | Cream / Off-White |
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Flower Texture(s) | Thin |
Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
Fruit, Seed and Spore
Mature Fruit Colour(s) | Orange |
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Mature Seed Colour(s) | Blue |
Image Repository
Others
Master ID | 31187 |
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Species ID | 5581 |
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