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Genus Epithet | |
Species Epithet | |
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Classifications and Characteristics
Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
Native Distribution | Madagascar |
Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
Local Conservation Status | Non-native (Horticultural / Cultivated Only) |
Description and Ethnobotany
Growth Form | A herbaceous evergreen, low-lying shrub, it can grow up to 20cm in height. |
Foliage | The leaves are arranged in opposite pairs along the stem. The leaves are succulent and obovate in shape with a crenate leaf margin. The leaves are powdery white-green. |
Flowers | The bisexual flowers are borne on an flower inflorescence in clusters. The flowers are purple-pink in colour and are urn-shaped. |
Landscaping Features
Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
Plant & Rootzone Preference - Tolerance | Well-Drained Soils |
Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens |
Thematic Landscaping | Silver Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
Light Preference | Full Sun |
Water Preference | Little Water |
Pest(s) | Sucking Insects |
Propagation Method | Seed |
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Others
Master ID | 31661 |
Species ID | 6060 |
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