
Name
Family Name | |
Genus Epithet | |
Infraspecific Epithet | |
Comments |
Biogeography
Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin |
Description and Ethnobotany
Growth Form | Thick stemmed herb to 1m tall |
Foliage | Leaves to 20cm long, dark green, compact; main vein cream - bright yellowish green. |
Landscaping Features
Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
Plant & Rootzone Preference - Tolerance | Moist Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils, Low Humidity / Aircon, Easy to Grow |
Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting |
Usage Hazard - Cons | Irritant - Contact Allergy, Irritant - Sap |
Usage Hazard - Cons Remarks | Plant contains calcium oxalate crystals. Avoid any contact with cut surfaces as the sap can cause pain, itching and swelling. The common name of this plant ('Dumb cane') is attributed to cases of accidental ingestion of the plant, which led to swelling of the throat cavity. |
Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal
Pollination Method(s) | Biotic (Fauna) |
Seed or Spore Dispersal | Biotic (Fauna) |
Plant Care and Propagation
Light Preference | Semi-Shade, Full Shade |
Water Preference | Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
Pest(s) | Sucking Insects |
Propagation Method | Stem Cutting |
Foliar
Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Cream / Off-White, Green, Yellow / Golden |
Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Smooth |
Image Repository
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Others
Master ID | 31236 |
Species ID | 5631 |
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