Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Epiphyte |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | New Guinea |
|---|---|
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native (Horticultural / Cultivated Only) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | An epiphytic orchid, it has an ascending growth habit. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | The leaves are borne on pseudobulbs which are erect and firm. The leaves are dark green, and are slightly bilobed. Leaves measure about 10cm long and 3 to 4cm wide. |
| Stems | It has a woody rhizome. |
| Flowers | The flowers are solitary, borne on a stalk about 100 to 150mm long. The flowers have light green sepals and petals. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Skyrise / Balcony |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Division |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower & Plant Sexuality | Bisexual Flowers |
| Flower Colour(s) | Brown, Green - Light Green |
|---|---|
| Flower Grouping | Solitary |
| Flower Location | Axillary |
| Flower Symmetry | Bilateral |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 31714 |
|---|---|
| Species ID | 6113 |
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