Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Climber |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Philippines |
|---|---|
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | A monotypic climbing orchid. |
|---|---|
| Stems | The stem is stiff and upright. |
| Flowers | The flowers come in single-flowered inflorescences and are about 4cm wide. |
| Cultivation | It is ideally grown under light shade, mounted or grown in open, slatted wooden baskets. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade, [Remarks] (It is ideally grown under light shade. ) |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 31486 |
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| Species ID | 5883 |
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