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Scrotochloa urceolata (Roxb.) Judz.
| Family Name: | Poaceae (Gramineae) |
| Synonyms: | Scrotochloa urceolata, Leptaspis urceolata |
| Common Name: | Shield Grass |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Grass or Grass-like Plant (Short Grass (Poaceae)) |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
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| Local Conservation Status | Native to Singapore (Vulnerable (VU)) |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
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| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens |
| Thematic Landscaping | Naturalistic Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade, [Remarks] (It is tolerant of shade. ) |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Division |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
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| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Smooth, Glossy / Shiny |
| Prominent Young Flush Colour(s) | Green - Light Green |
| Young Flush Texture(s) | Smooth, Glossy / Shiny |
| Foliar Type | Simple / Unifoliate |
| Foliar Arrangement Along Stem | Alternate |
| Foliar Margin | Entire - Wavy / Undulate |
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Others
| Master ID | 31585 |
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| Species ID | 5984 |
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