Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Shrub |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin |
|---|---|
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical, Sub-Tropical / Monsoonal |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Shrub to 2m tall |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Leaves 8-15cm long by 1-2cm wide, mid - dark green, purplish green or with red and yellow streaks and spots, oblong to linear. Mid rib of leaf extending beyond leaf apex, forming a second 'leaflet' at the apical 1/3 of the length of the entire leaf. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | General, Parks & Gardens, Small Gardens, Container Planting |
| Thematic Landscaping | Golden Garden |
| Usage Hazard - Cons | Toxic Upon Ingestion, Irritant - Sap |
Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal
| Pollination Method(s) | Biotic (Fauna) (Insects (Bee)) |
|---|
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Fertile Loamy Soils, Easy to Grow |
| Pest(s) | Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Stem Cutting |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Purple |
| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Smooth, Leathery |
| Prominent Young Flush Colour(s) | Cream / Off-White |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 31773 |
|---|---|
| Species ID | 6173 |
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