Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
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Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Central and South America |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical, Sub-Tropical / Monsoonal |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Rhizomatous herb to 60cm tall |
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Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Form |
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| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Container Planting |
Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal
| Pollination Method(s) | Biotic (Fauna) |
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Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Occasional Misting, [Remarks] (Reduce amount and frequency of watering when the plant enters dormancy; resume watering when new leaves are produced. ) |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils, Easy to Grow |
| Fertilizing | Plants should only be fed when actively growing. Dilute liquid fertilizer can be applied on a weekly basis when the plant is actively growing. |
| Pest(s) | Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Stem Cutting, Storage Organ |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Texture(s) | Thin |
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| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
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Others
| Master ID | 31819 |
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| Species ID | 6219 |
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