Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Climber, Epiphyte |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Borneo and the Philippines. |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native (Horticultural / Cultivated Only) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | An epiphytic, monopodial orchid. It has a climbing growth habit. |
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| Foliage | The leaves are arching and often twisted. |
| Flowers | The flowers are borne on a short inflorescence and are fragrant. The sepals and petals are yellow with maroon specks. The flower lip is yellow and has two small 'arms' on the midlobe. |
| Habitat | It can be found growing on trees, in forests up to 1000m in altitude, in limestone and sandstone areas. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Fragrant (Flowers) |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens, Small Gardens |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade, [Remarks] (It grows best under light shade. ) |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Stem Cutting |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 31820 |
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| Species ID | 6220 |
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